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Harmony At Home Senior Care

Weekend Caregiver

Denton, TX · On-site

$9 - $13/hr

) Saturday Caregiver Needed for Sweet Senior Lady with Dementia Harmony At Home Senior Care is ... This client enjoys getting out of the apartment and staying active in the community. Caregivers ...

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Host - The Peacock

Austin, TX · On-site

... Lady Bird Lake, ACL Live, and the city's best shopping. With expressive interiors by Kelly ... lunch, and dinner, as well as in-room dining. The menu draws inspiration from Mediterranean ...

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Server - The Peacock

Austin, TX · On-site

... Lady Bird Lake, ACL Live, and the city's best shopping. With expressive interiors by Kelly ... lunch, and dinner, as well as in-room dining. The menu draws inspiration from Mediterranean ...

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Barback - The Peacock

Austin, TX · On-site

... Lady Bird Lake, ACL Live, and the city's best shopping. With expressive interiors by Kelly ... lunch, and dinner, as well as in-room dining. The menu draws inspiration from Mediterranean ...

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Chef De Cuisine - The Peacock

Austin, TX · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

... Lady Bird Lake, ACL Live, and the city's best shopping. With expressive interiors by Kelly ... lunch, and dinner, as well as in-room dining. The menu draws inspiration from Mediterranean ...

Sodexo

Cook II

Lafayette, LA · On-site

$16/hr

OUR LADY OF LOURDES WOMEN'S & CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - 26655005 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings ... More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment Type: On-call part-time Pay ...

Sodexo

Cook II

Lafayette, LA · On-site

$16/hr

OUR LADY OF LOURDES WOMEN'S & CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - 26655005 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings ... More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment Type: On-call part-time Pay ...

Sodexo

Cook II

Lafayette, LA · On-site

$16/hr

OUR LADY OF LOURDES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER - 26655001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours ... More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment Type: Part-time Pay Range ...

Sodexo

Cook II

Lafayette, LA · On-site

$16/hr

OUR LADY OF LOURDES WOMEN'S & CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - 26655005 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings ... More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment Type: On-call part-time Pay ...

Sodexo

Cook II

Lafayette, LA · On-site

$16/hr

OUR LADY OF LOURDES WOMEN'S & CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - 26655005 Workdays/shifts: Afternoon/evenings ... More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment Type: On-call part-time Pay ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for the lunch lady in the United States is $20.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lunch lady?

Lunch ladies, also known as cafeteria workers or food service workers, are staff members who prepare and serve meals to students in schools. Their responsibilities include cooking food, portioning meals, ensuring food safety, cleaning the cafeteria, and sometimes interacting with students to encourage healthy eating habits. They play an important role in providing nutritious meals and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment in school cafeterias.

What does a lunch lady do during a typical day?

A typical day for a Lunch Lady involves preparing and serving meals, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring the cafeteria is clean and organized. The role requires frequent interaction with students, providing them with nutritious meals and sometimes accommodating dietary restrictions or special requests. Lunch Ladies also collaborate closely with other cafeteria staff and school administrators to coordinate meal schedules, inventory, and compliance with health regulations. Building positive relationships with students and staff is an important aspect of the job, contributing to a welcoming and efficient dining environment.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a lunch lady?

To thrive as a Lunch Lady, you need basic food preparation skills, knowledge of nutrition and food safety, and often a high school diploma or food handler certification. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, point-of-sale systems, and sanitation procedures is typically required. Strong teamwork, customer service orientation, and the ability to work efficiently under time constraints are valuable soft skills. These skills ensure safe, nutritious meals are served efficiently to students while maintaining a welcoming cafeteria environment.

What is the difference between The Lunch Lady vs School Cafeteria Worker?

AspectThe Lunch LadySchool Cafeteria Worker
CredentialsFood handler permits, sometimes culinary trainingFood handler permits, basic food safety training
Work EnvironmentSchool cafeterias, preparing and serving mealsSchool cafeterias, assisting with meal service and cleanup
Employer & IndustrySchool districts, educational institutionsSchool districts, educational institutions

The Lunch Lady and School Cafeteria Worker roles often overlap, with both working in school cafeterias and requiring food safety permits. The Lunch Lady typically has more responsibilities in meal preparation and menu planning, while a School Cafeteria Worker may focus more on serving and cleanup. Both roles are essential for school meal programs and share similar credentials and work environments.

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Infographic showing various The Lunch Lady job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,100 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

CLEANING LADY FOR HOME 2 DAYS A WEEK 830 AM to 3 PM SPRING AREA

LANGUAGE ARTS ACADEMY

Spring, TX • On-site

$12/hr

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Help keep the home clean, organized, and running smoothly by performing household duties.

  • Assist with cooking, laundry, linens, and organizing tasks as needed.

  • Follow the family's instructions, handle household belongings carefully, and complete duties during scheduled hours.

Job description


About This Role

HOUSEHOLD HELP NEEDED – SPRING, TX

A family in the Spring area near Kuykendahl Rd. & FM 2920 is looking for a reliable and responsible lady to help with general household duties.

Responsibilities include:

  • House cleaning
  • Cooking
  • Organizing
  • General household chores

Schedule:

Mondays & Wednesdays

8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

30-minute unpaid lunch break

We may add an additional day in the future if needed.

Pay: $12 per hour worked

Paid weekly by cash or Zelle.

If interested, please send a WhatsApp message to 281-323-5676 only.

Please do not call — text messages only.

Thank you!


SE BUSCA AYUDA PARA EL HOGAR – SPRING, TX

Una familia en el área de Spring, cerca de Kuykendahl Rd. y FM 2920, está buscando una señora responsable y confiable para ayudar con las labores generales del hogar.

Las responsabilidades incluyen:

  • Limpieza de la casa
  • Cocinar
  • Organizar
  • Labores generales del hogar

Horario:

Lunes y miércoles

8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

30 minutos para comer (este tiempo no es pagado)

Si es necesario, más adelante podríamos agregar un día adicional.

Pago: $12 por hora trabajada

El pago se realiza semanalmente, en efectivo o por Zelle.

Si está interesada, favor de enviar únicamente un mensaje por WhatsApp al 281-323-5676.

Por favor, no llamar. Solo mensajes de texto por WhatsApp.

¡Gracias!


What You'll Do
Household Helper – Job Duties / Ayudante del Hogar – ResponsabilidadesENGLISH – Job Duties

The household helper will help keep the home clean, organized, comfortable, and running smoothly. Duties may vary depending on the household's needs each day.


General Cleaning
Kitchen & Cooking
Laundry & Linens
Organization
General Expectations
  • Follow the family's instructions and priorities for each workday.
  • Handle household belongings carefully and respectfully.
  • Maintain privacy and confidentiality regarding the family and household.
  • Be punctual, dependable, honest, and respectful.
  • Complete assigned duties during scheduled working hours.
  • Notify the family in advance if unable to work a scheduled day.

Requirements

For this household help position, I would add these requirements:

  • Responsible, honest, and dependable
  • Experience with house cleaning and general household work
  • Able to cook basic family meals and breakfast
  • Good at organizing and keeping the home tidy
  • Able to work independently and follow instructions
  • Punctual and consistent
  • Must be available Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
  • Comfortable with regular cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, bathrooms, kitchen, laundry, and organizing
  • Must have reliable transportation to the Spring/Kuykendahl & FM 2920 area
  • References from previous housekeeping work are preferred
  • Must be comfortable with $12/hour, paid weekly by cash or Zelle
  • Looking for someone interested in a consistent, ongoing position

Requisitos
  • Ser una persona responsable, honesta y de confianza.
  • Tener experiencia en limpieza y labores del hogar.
  • Saber cocinar comidas familiares básicas y desayunos
  • Ser organizada y mantener la casa limpia y ordenada.
  • Poder trabajar de manera independiente y seguir instrucciones.
  • Ser puntual y constante en los días de trabajo.
  • Poder realizar tareas como barrer, trapear, aspirar, limpiar baños y cocina, lavar ropa y organizar.
  • Tener transporte confiable para llegar al área de Spring, cerca de Kuykendahl y FM 2920.
  • Tener disponibilidad los lunes y miércoles de 8:30 a. m. a 3:00 p. m.
  • Preferiblemente contar con referencias de trabajos anteriores.
  • Buscar un trabajo estable y continuo.
  • Estar de acuerdo con el pago de $12 por hora trabajada, pagado semanalmente en efectivo o por Zelle

Benefits
  • Child Care Discount
  • Flexible Schedule