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YWCA of Lubbock

Food Service Assistant

Lubbock, TX · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

YWCA of Lubbock Food Service Assistant Job Summary The Food Service Assistant supports the daily operation of the childcare center's nutrition program by preparing, serving, and maintaining healthy ...

YWCA of Lubbock

Food Service Assistant

Lubbock, TX · On-site

$12/hr

YWCA of Lubbock Food Service Assistant Job Summary The Food Service Assistant supports the daily operation of the childcare center's nutrition program by preparing, serving, and maintaining healthy ...

Recovery Solutions

Food Service Assistant

Conroe, TX · On-site

$15/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Food Service Assistant Department: Dietary Job Status: Full-Time Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Position Type: Full-Time Status: Accepting Applications Position Description Bring your care and attention to ...

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H.E. Butt Foundation

Food Service Assistant

Leakey, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Food Service Assistant I will be a utility player supporting teamwork in the kitchen and dining room. This position will do whatever it takes as directed by the supervising kitchen director or ...

H.E. Butt Foundation

Food Service Assistant

Leakey, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

The Food Service Assistant I will be a utility player supporting teamwork in the kitchen and dining room. * This position will do whatever it takes as directed by the supervising kitchen director or ...

Forest Glen Camps

Food Service Assistant

Huntsville, TX · On-site

$10 - $14/hr

Reports to the Food Service Director. Responsibilities and Duties: * Prepare and serve food to large volumes of guests in a timely manner, and according to schedule. * Be prepared to serve vegetarian ...

Noor Staffing Group

Food Service Assistant

Round Rock, TX · On-site

$15.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

We are seeking dedicated School Food Service Workers to join our educational institution's dining services team. Responsibilities: Following mandated recipes to prepare high-quality, nutritional ...

Noor Staffing Group

Food Service Assistant

Austin, TX · On-site

$15.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

We are seeking dedicated School Food Service Workers to join our educational institution's dining services team. Responsibilities: Following mandated recipes to prepare high-quality, nutritional ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Food Service Assistant

Duncanville, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides a high level of member service. Job Duties * Prepares hot food. Proofs, presses, stretches, sauces, and adds toppings to pizza. Bakes food items in ovens. Slices cooked pizza. Places baked ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Food Service Assistant

Plano, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides a high level of member service. Job Duties * Prepares hot food. Proofs, presses, stretches, sauces, and adds toppings to pizza. Bakes food items in ovens. Slices cooked pizza. Places baked ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Food Service Assistant

Prosper, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides a high level of member service. Job Duties * Prepares hot food. Proofs, presses, stretches, sauces, and adds toppings to pizza. Bakes food items in ovens. Slices cooked pizza. Places baked ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Food Service Assistant

Allen, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides a high level of member service. Job Duties * Prepares hot food. Proofs, presses, stretches, sauces, and adds toppings to pizza. Bakes food items in ovens. Slices cooked pizza. Places baked ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Food Service Assistant

Arlington, TX · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides a high level of member service. Job Duties * Prepares hot food. Proofs, presses, stretches, sauces, and adds toppings to pizza. Bakes food items in ovens. Slices cooked pizza. Places baked ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Food Service Assistant

Houston, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides a high level of member service. Job Duties * Prepares hot food. Proofs, presses, stretches, sauces, and adds toppings to pizza. Bakes food items in ovens. Slices cooked pizza. Places baked ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Food Service Assistant

Tomball, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides a high level of member service. Job Duties * Prepares hot food. Proofs, presses, stretches, sauces, and adds toppings to pizza. Bakes food items in ovens. Slices cooked pizza. Places baked ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Food Service Assistant

Humble, TX · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides a high level of member service. Job Duties * Prepares hot food. Proofs, presses, stretches, sauces, and adds toppings to pizza. Bakes food items in ovens. Slices cooked pizza. Places baked ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Food Service Assistant

Prosper, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides a high level of member service. Job Duties * Prepares hot food. Proofs, presses, stretches, sauces, and adds toppings to pizza. Bakes food items in ovens. Slices cooked pizza. Places baked ...

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How much do food service assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for food service assistant in Texas is $15.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.41 and $17.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by food service assistants, and how can they be managed effectively?

Food Service Assistants often work in fast-paced environments where multitasking and time management are crucial. One common challenge is handling peak meal times while maintaining quality and safety standards. Effective communication with kitchen staff and servers helps ensure smooth operations. Staying organized, adhering to hygiene protocols, and being adaptable to sudden changes—like menu adjustments or special dietary requests—are key to managing these challenges successfully.

What is the difference between Food Service Assistant vs Kitchen Helper?

AspectFood Service AssistantKitchen Helper
CredentialsMay require food safety certificationOften no formal certification needed
Work EnvironmentCustomer-facing, dining areasKitchen, food prep areas
Employer & IndustryRestaurants, cafeterias, cateringRestaurants, institutional kitchens
Common Search IntentCustomer service, serving foodFood prep, cleaning

While both roles support food service operations, a Food Service Assistant primarily interacts with customers and serves food, often requiring food safety certifications. In contrast, a Kitchen Helper focuses on food prep and kitchen cleaning tasks without direct customer contact. Both roles are essential in food service environments but differ in responsibilities and work settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food service assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Food Service Assistant, you need basic food preparation skills, knowledge of food safety, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and food hygiene certifications such as ServSafe are typically required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills help you stand out in this role. These skills ensure efficient operations, maintain food safety standards, and deliver a positive dining experience for customers.

What is a food service assistant?

A food service assistant helps with the planning, preparing, and serving of meals in a restaurant or other organization that serves food. They may work in schools, hospitals, and assisted living facilities. Job duties may include planning meals, preparing food, delivering food to customers, managing stock, maintaining supplies, cleaning the kitchen and service areas, and running the cash register. There are no educational requirements to become a food service assistant, but many vocational schools and community colleges offer courses in the food service industry. Some state their food service careers in this entry-level position and seek promotions as they gain experience.

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Infographic showing various Food Service Assistant job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,419 per year, or $15.6 per hour.

Food Service Assistant

YWCA of Lubbock

Lubbock, TX • On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

YWCA of Lubbock
Job Description
Food Service Assistant
Job Summary
The Food Service Assistant supports the daily operation of the childcare center's nutrition program by preparing, serving, and maintaining healthy meals and snacks for infants, toddlers, preschool-age children, and school-age participants in afterschool and summer camp programs. This position ensures compliance with state licensing regulations, health and sanitation standards, food safety requirements, and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines. The Food Service Assistant works collaboratively with kitchen staff, teachers, and administration to provide nutritious meals in a safe, clean, and child-friendly environment.
Essential Job Responsibilities
  • Prepare menus in accordance with CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) guidelines, USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) meal patterns, and Texas Child Care Licensing and Health Department regulations.
  • Assist with cooking, serving, and cleaning duties
  • Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and served within appropriate guidelines.
  • Store food in designated areas; distribute supplies, utensils, and portable equipment; keep work areas clean; and segregate and remove garbage to maintain quality.
  • Assist in the inventory of food items and supplies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Must have daily transportation to and from sites.
  • May represent the YWCA in community groups.
  • Carry food-service responsibility for special events or other YWCA projects.

Job Qualifications
  • Learn and support the YWCA mission, vision, and policies to meet the goals of the organization without compromise.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience in food service, catering and customer service.
  • Any appropriate combination of education and experience.
  • Present self professionally in appearance and mannerism at all times.
  • Pass a criminal history background check and FBI fingerprint check.
  • Maintain ServSafe certification.
  • Self-starter, positive attitude, and good leadership skills.
  • Good organizational and analytical skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with staff and public.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to operate standard kitchen equipment including but not limited to stove top, oven, mixer, etc.
  • Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide for computation in menus, recipes, and food service reports.
  • Flexibility to work irregular hours from time to time, including evenings or weekends.
  • Infrequent travel: 0-10 days/year.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative, though not comprehensive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Regularly sit, stand, bend, crouch, stoop, walk, climb stairs, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk, hear, and see.
  • Work on foot for up to eight hours a day.
  • Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative, though not comprehensive, of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Noise level varies between moderate and loud.
  • Pace varies between moderate and fast.

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