Nutrition Services Worker- Regular

Position: Nutrition Services Worker- Open to Kern High School District Regular Employees Only -
position type:
nutrition services/nutrition services worker

date posted:
2/3/2026

location:
del oro high school

date available:
02/03/2026

closing date:
02/10/2026

qualifications: this position requires knowledge of basic kitchen and food serving utensils and equipment; basic methods of food preparation; basic cleaning methods and procedures.

must possess the skill to effectively apply proper sanitation and safety requirements associated with food preparation and serving operations; understand and follow oral and written instructions; learn to operate assigned nutrition services appliances and equipment in a safe manner; read at a level sufficient to perform assigned duties; perform routine mathematical calculations accurately; meet the physical requirements necessary to safely perform the duties of the position;

establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

no experience is required, although some experience in food preparation and service would be helpful.

a test on general knowledge of meal pattern requirements for the national school lunch program will be given prior to the interview as well as a basic math test.

a pre-placement medical assessment and criminal history check is required of the successful candidate prior to employment.

duties of position: under supervision will assist in the preparation and serving of food items in a school cafeteria or central kitchen facility and maintain nutrition services equipment and facilities in a safe, clean, and sanitary condition. This job class performs entry level, routine, and manual functions of food preparation.

starting salary: $2,029.86 (monthly)

number of months: 9.5 (to begin as soon as possible)

number of hours: 6 (daily working hours 8:30 a.m. To 3:00 p.m.)