Food Service Assistant
US$21 – US$31 / hr base salary
Posted 1 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Food Service Assistant (Part-time): Dallas, TX”
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- Expected experience
- 2+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Contract
- Part-time
| Base salary | US$21 – US$31 / hr |
|---|
Field of studyEarly Childhood Education
Study levelAssociate degree
As a Food Service Assistant at Bezos Academy, you’ll help provide nutritious, compliant meals to children at our Montessori-inspired preschool and provide direct support with a variety of additional tasks both in and out of the classroom. You will manage all aspects of food preparation and service with strong attention to detail, organization, and adherence to safety protocols. Key responsibilities include preparing CACFP-compliant menus, placing food orders and managing food costs, receiving and verifying food deliveries, ensuring all meals are delivered to classrooms on time, and managing all clean-up, organization, and documentation. Assuming full ownership of the kitchen and food operations at the school, you will serve meals in accordance with USDA requirements, Bezos Academy policies, and local childcare regulations.
Beyond the kitchen, you will assist school staff and administration with a variety of tasks including inventory checks, laundry, and other ad hoc duties. As needed, you will also occasionally step into classrooms to provide direct supervision and support to the children. You will become an integral part of your school team working to improve processes and provide an excellent preschool experience where we nurture every child’s full potential.
LOCATION
We are hiring a part-time Food Service Assistant to support our preschool in Dallas – Lakewood (1234 Abrams Road, Dallas, TX 75214).
SCHEDULE, BENEFITS, & COMPENSATION
- This is a part-time, non-exempt/hourly position requiring a minimum of 25 hours per week, with occasional opportunities to work additional hours based on school needs.
- You will work a five-hour shift, Monday through Friday, totaling 25 hours per week. Specific school schedules are determined by school leaders when considering all staff, classroom, and community needs, but are currently expected to be 10:00am-3:00pm.
- Compensation for this position is $21-$31 per hour. The upper third of the compensation range is typically reserved for existing employees who have been in the role for multiple years and who demonstrate strong performance over time. Starting compensation will vary by qualifications and prior experience.
- Benefits include paid sick (care) time, accrued based on hours worked, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
- Ability to pass background checks and complete all trainings required by the state of Texas upon hire