Austin Public Schools

Food Service Helper

Austin Public School District is seeking to hire a Food Service Helper at Ellis Middle School. This is a temporary, one-year assignment for the 2026 - 2027 school year. Food & Nutrition Services Helper Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 3.75 hours per day on school days Performance Responsibilities: The Food Service helper is responsible for performing routine food service activities such as serving, cleaning, setting up for meals, cooking, cashiering, prep work, and other duties as assigned. This is a fast paced and high volume kitchen. Candidate selected must successfully complete a pre-employment physical and be eligible for employment in an educational institution. Reports To: Director of Food & Nutrition Department Salary/Benefits: $19.96 per hour Salary: The salary range for the position is outlined on pages 32 of the Food Service Working Agreement. Benefits: A competitive benefits package of paid time off, health insurance, life insurance, etc., according to the Food Service Working Agreement. Benefits information is outlined on pages 14-16 of this agreement. Commitment to Equity: Austin Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions Employees of Austin Public Schools are expected to support the strategic plan. Our mission at Austin Public Schools is to Inspire, Empower, and Accelerate. Our vision is to prepare all learners to make a difference in the world. All employees are to model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees. Application Procedure: Apply online at Employment - Austin Public Schools | Inspire. Empower. Accelerate. As Equal Opportunity Employer, Austin Public Schools is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or membership or activity in a local commission. The school district strongly encourages anyone interested to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.