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Child Nutrition Services Assistant I


Job Location:

Santa Paula, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 19 - 23
Posted: 7 October 2026 (18 days ago)
Application Deadline: 4 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Recruitment

THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL

The Santa Paula Unified School District is excited to announce an Open and Promotional opportunity for the position of:

Child Nutrition Services Assistant I

Base Salary:$19.40 - $23.57

School year (196-Work Day Calendar)

The purpose of this examination is to establish a Child Nutrition Services Assistant I eligibility list for one current part-time vacancy and for future vacancies occurring during the next 12 months.

All applications must be submitted online and received by the final filing date posted on this recruitment.

Note: TheDistricthas the right to limit the number ofeligibleswhich can bereasonably usedduring the existence of the eligibility list. The provisions of this announcementdo not constitutean expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may bemodifiedor revoked without notice.

Employees may be eligible for an annual prorated degree stipend paid tenthly (whichever is greater): $250/Associates $500/Bachelors; $750/Masters

Additionally employees mayparticipatein the Professional Growth Program allowing them up to 5% of their base salary.

FOR A COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT:

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Santa Paula Unified School District (SPUSD) prohibits discrimination intimidation harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a persons actual or perceived ancestry color disability gender gender identity gender expression immigration status nationality race or ethnicity religion sex sexual orientation or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its program or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated Equity Compliant Officers to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Dr. Andres P. Santamaria Title IX Coordinator/504 Coordinator ; Doug Henning Facilities and Construction Manager Title Il Coordinator (Facilities) The Address for all Compliant Officers is 201 S. Steckel Drive Santa Paula CA 93060

Basic Function and Essential Duties

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Director-Child Nutrition Servicesassist in quantity preparation and serving of foods at an assigned school site; assist in maintaining food service facilities equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Child Nutrition Services Assistant I classification is the entry-level class in this series. Incumbents perform routine food service activities at an assigned school site. The Child Nutrition Services Assistant II classification is responsible for assisting with cooking and baking activities.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Assist in the preparation and service of food; prepare fruits vegetables cereals and desserts; assemble various ingredients as assigned; package and wrap food items according to established procedures and portion control standards; serve meals on serving lines; set out prepared foods.

Assist in maintaining food service facilities equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition; sweep and mop floors to assure a safe and sanitary work environment; operate dishwashers and wash trays pots pans plates utensils and other serving equipment.

Clean serving counters tables chairs food containers and other food service equipment; prepare food and beverages for sale; count and set-up plates trays and utensils.

Prepare salads sandwiches and packaged foods for distribution; mix slice grate and chop food items; open cans; replenish containers as necessary.

Perform routine cashiering duties as assigned; count money and make correct change; collect sort count and mark lunch tickets.

Operate standard food service equipment such as slicers and warmers.

Stock condiments food items and paper goods; assist in the storage and rotation of supplies in storage areas.

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.

Knowledge and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Basic food preparation including washing cutting and assembling food items and ingredients.

Basic kitchen utensils and equipment.

Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.

Proper lifting techniques.

Basic math and cashiering skills.

Oral and written communication skills.


Required Experience:

Junior IC