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Substitute Food Service Worker

Child Nutrition
Hondo, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/22/2025 CLOSED ON 7/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Food Service Worker position at Child Nutrition?

Reports to: Cafeteria Manager

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Department: Food Service

 

Primary Purpose:

Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

None specified

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand 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 arithmetic operations

 

Experience:

None

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Food Preparation and Serving

  1. Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
  2. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures.
  3. Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
  4. Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area. 

Safety and Sanitation

  1. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
  2. Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
  3. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary. 
  4. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
  5.  Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

  1. Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
  2. Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies.
  3. Maintain daily food preparation records.
  4. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
  5. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

 

Equipment Used:

Large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher, and food and utility cart.

 

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying; moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.

 

Attendance:  Consistent attendance is expected to support role of job.

 

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Salary : $13 - $18

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