Substitute Child Nutrition Services Assistant

About the Recruitment

THIS IS A SUBSTITUTE ONLY RECRUITMENT

We are seeking qualified SUBSTITUTE Child Nutrition Services Assistants who are interested in working in long term assignments and day-to-day assignments for the Child Nutrition Services Department at various school sites. If you are interested in working as a SUBSTITUTE Child Nutrition Services Assistant for various school sites at Santa Paula Unified School District, please submit an online application.

All applications must be submitted online and received by the final filing date posted on this recruitment. The Classified HR Department is located in the back portables at the District Office, 201 S. Steckel Drive - Santa Paula, Ca 93060.

Note: The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

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Non-Discrimination Statement

The Santa Paula Unified School District (SPUSD) prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s 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 Services, assist 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.

ABILITY TO:

Provide timely service of foods for students and staff at an assigned school site.

Assist in maintaining food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition.

Learn methods and procedures for preparing and serving food in large quantities.

Learn sanitation practices related to the handling and serving of food.

Wash, cut, slice, grate, mix and assemble food items and ingredients.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Work cooperatively with others.

Understand and follow oral and written directions.

Operate a cash register and make change accurately.