Job Title: Sub Food Service Worker                                     Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
Reports to: Asst. Director of Child Nutrition                      Pay Grade: Manual Trades 1
Dept./School: Food Service Department                            Date Revised: 12/3/2025

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. 

5. Other duties assigned. 

Safety and Sanitation 

6. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.

Magnolia ISD 

Food Service Worker 

7. Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety. 8. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary. 

9. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately. 

10. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene. 

Other 

11. Handle and record cashier functions accurately. 

12. Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies. 

13. Maintain daily food preparation records. 

14. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members. 

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. Must be able to lift 30 pounds or more.Magnolia ISD