Student Meal Service Specialist — Food Prep & Service

IDEA Public Schools; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Mental Health Support

Dental & Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Benefits

Vacation Time

Referral Bonuses

Professional Development

Relocation Allowance

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools is seeking a Food Service Specialist to support daily hot meal operations for students in a full‑time, on‑site role in San Antonio, TX. You will assist with food preparation, maintain safety standards, operate service equipment, and help keep the cafeteria clean and organized.

The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to recipes and meal schedules. A commitment to nutritious meals and friendly service is expected, with opportunities for bonus based on team

Qualifications

• 1+ years of work experience in a physically active role requiring long hours on your feet.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds solo and up to 50 pounds with a partner.
• Must be able to obtain a locally recognized food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, food safety and quality assurance for students.
• Provide customer service and interact with staff, students and families daily.
• Operate food service equipment and maintain spaces; notify manager of equipment malfunctions.
• Assist in cafeteria cleaning duties: sweeping, mopping, wiping tables, washing dishes, disposing of trash.
• Load and unload weekly food and non‑food products.
• Encourage students to participate in the meal program and ensure meals are reimbursable.

Skills

Make Strategic Decisions

Manage Work and Teams

Grow Self and Others

Build a Culture of Trust

Communicate Deliberately

Job description

IDEA Public Schools is seeking a Food Service Specialist to support daily hot meal operations for students in a full‑time, on‑site role in San Antonio, TX. You will assist with food preparation, maintain safety standards, operate service equipment, and help keep the cafeteria clean and organized.

The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to recipes and meal schedules. A commitment to nutritious meals and friendly service is expected, with opportunities for bonus based on team