Utility Assistant - Summer Feeding
Quick answer
Kids Cafe is hiring an in-office, temporary Utility Assistant in Houston, TX, paying $18.50 per hour to support daily meal production and warehouse operations for the Summer Feeding program.
- Role
- Utility Assistant - Summer Feeding
- Organization
- Kids Cafe
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $18.50 per hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Utility Assistant supports the Summer Feeding program by assisting with daily meal preparation, organization, and staging of food inventory. This role ensures a clean and safe environment while maintaining compliance with health and HACCP standards. The position requires inventory management, meal routing, and equipment maintenance in a fast-paced warehouse and kitchen setting.
What you'll do
- Assist with daily meal preparation, counting, and routing for transport.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitized workspace in accordance with HACCP standards.
- Manage warehouse inventory and stage equipment for assigned projects.
- Cross-check meal components and milk counts to ensure distribution accuracy.
- Support dock operations, including cart washing and loading preparations.
What it takes
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Previous forklift experience (or ability to become certified within 15 days).
- 1+ years of warehousing, dock, or shipping/receiving experience preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to perform basic arithmetic.
- Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and work in varied warehouse environments.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this job remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position located at the Kids Cafe facility in Houston, TX.
What is the compensation for this role?
The starting pay for the Utility Assistant position is $18.50 per hour.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, and the ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.
How long does this position last?
This is a temporary, seasonal position that is expected to last approximately 9-11 weeks starting May 26th, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Kids Cafe's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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