Substitute Cafeteria Worker

FORT HANCOCK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; Fort Hancock (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

FORT HANCOCK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a school cafeteria worker to prepare and serve food in accordance with planned menus and tested recipes. Under moderate supervision, you will maintain quality, sanitation, and safety standards, operate kitchen equipment, and assist with inventory and record-keeping for daily food service operations.

Education requirements include a High School Diploma or GED (preferred) and a Food Handlers Certificate; no prior experience is required.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading and following written or verbal safety instructions.
• Familiarity with standard kitchen equipment and food production practices.
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools safely.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic for recipe quantities and portions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to planned menus and tested recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules and policies, ensuring portion control.
• Store and handle food items and supplies safely.
• Record food requisitions, inventory, and preparation logs.
• Complete annual continuing education requirements.

Skills

Understanding food prep instructions

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Operate kitchen tools

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED (preferred)

Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

Position Summary

Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements.

Position Summary

Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements.

Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Position Requirement

Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED, preferred.

Food Handlers Certificate

Experience: None

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions. Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures. Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools. Ability to perform basic math.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to the planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies and procedures, and practice and promote portion control.
• Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to procedures.
• Help record food requisitions, inventory, and food preparation records.
• Complete annual continuing education requirements.