School Nutrition Substitute — Support Student Meals

Amarillo Independent School District; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Amarillo Independent School District is seeking a Child Nutrition Substitute to support district-wide food service operations across Amarillo, Texas. This part-time role starts immediately and may require work at multiple school kitchens.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, serving on lines, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and adapting to different campus environments. Pay is $10.91 per hour with a high school diploma or GED preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Pre-employment physical at applicant’s expense.
• Must work well in a team.
• Know-how of commercial kitchen equipment.
• Read and follow labels, safety instructions and product info.
• Basic math skills to measure recipe ingredients.
• Regular attendance is essential; adapt to multiple schools.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Comply with Texas Educator Code of Ethics and district policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food per planned recipes and menus.
• Serve meals per schedules; manage portions and leftovers.
• Store, handle, and dispose of food safely; keep storage clean.
• Operate kitchen tools per safety standards; maintain cleanliness.
• Use arithmetic to scale recipes for quantities.
• Set up lines/steam tables and serve meals or components.
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes and utensils; mop floors.
• Maintain personal hygiene and professional appearance.
• Promote teamwork and positive staff interactions.
• May work at various school kitchens as needed daily.

Skills

Teamwork

Basic math

Reading labels

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Dishwashing hygiene

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Electric slicer

Deep-fat fryer

Pressure steamer

Stove and oven

Dishwasher

Job description

Amarillo Independent School District is seeking a Child Nutrition Substitute to support district-wide food service operations across Amarillo, Texas. This part-time role starts immediately and may require work at multiple school kitchens.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, serving on lines, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and adapting to different campus environments. Pay is $10.91 per hour with a high school diploma or GED preferred.