Substitute Nutrition Services Worker

About the Employer

The City of Exeter has a well-known reputation as a charming community with a quaint downtown rich history and murals that people travel long distances to see. Exeter is also known for being a great place to live and raise children and the school district plays a key role in maintaining that reputation. The Exeter Unified School District is comprised of two elementary schools serving students Pre-school thru grade 5 a middle school with grades 6-8 a comprehensive high school a continuation high school a community day school and a variety of alternative education programs to meet student needs. We provide students with a high-quality education that is enhanced by a technology device for every student in every classroom access to music beginning in elementary school and a wide range of extra and co-curricular activities that leads to well-rounded graduates. Nearly all of our students pursue an education or certificate training after leaving Exeter Union High School. Our District has three main focus areas that have between 3-5 goals each. The three areas are Safety Academics and Connectedness. We strive to provide the safest place possible for our students and staff. We regularly perform safety drills routinely examine procedures and work diligently to maintain and improve all school facilities. We have rigorous academics that include Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses taught on our high school campus complemented by award-winning elective programs in Agriculture Music and Graphic Arts Media and Entertainment (GAME). The goals in the area of Connectedness include 100% of our students participating in at least one extra or co-curricular activity such as sports music academic competitions or active club membership.

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Substitute Nutrition Services Worker provides temporary support and may be assigned to different school sites and should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. The position involves standing for extended periods lifting and moving supplies preparing and serving food cleaning work areas and following food safety and sanitation standards. Reliability a positive attitude flexibility and the ability to work well with students and staff are essential.

Requirements / Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:One (1) year experience in the preparation of food and kitchen certification preferred EDUCATION:High School Diploma or equivalent.

Important Notice: Effective January 1 2026 under the Education Code section 44051 (California SB 848) applicants for noncertificated (classified) positions must list all prior employment with school districts county offices of education charter schools and state special schools regardless of duration including full-time part-time and substitute work. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment may result in application disqualification or if hired termination for Unified School District conducts professional reference checks and SB 848 employment verification checks before contacting applicants regarding the next steps in the hiring process. To avoid delays please ensure you have listed professional references and mandatory employment disclosures contact with a valid email address.(*Note: If we have an adequate number of classified substitutes on our list we will refer to submitted applications if additional support is needed)

• Certification (ServSafe Certificate preferred)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two letters and must be signed)
• Proof of HS Graduation (Copy of HS diploma or HS transcripts verify graduate date; or the equivalent; Or higher degree awarded if applicable)
• Resume

Requirements / Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:One (1) year experience in the preparation of food and kitchen certification preferred EDUCATION:High School Diploma or equivalent.

Important Notice: Effective January 1 2026 under the Education Code section 44051 (California SB 848) applicants for noncertificated (classified) positions must list all prior employment with school districts county offices of education charter schools and state special schools regardless of duration including full-time part-time and substitute work. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment may result in application disqualification or if hired termination for Unified School District conducts professional reference checks and SB 848 employment verification checks before contacting applicants regarding the next steps in the hiring process. To avoid delays please ensure you have listed professional references and mandatory employment disclosures contact with a valid email address.(*Note: If we have an adequate number of classified substitutes on our list we will refer to submitted applications if additional support is needed)

• Certification (ServSafe Certificate preferred)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two letters and must be signed)
• Proof of HS Graduation (Copy of HS diploma or HS transcripts verify graduate date; or the equivalent; Or higher degree awarded if applicable)
• Resume

Comments and Other Information

The town of Exeter is situated at the base of the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The area has scenic beauty a thriving business community and a population who take great pride in the towns heritage quality housing great schools and a very low incidence of crime. Exeter is located on State Highway 65 2 miles south of Highway 198 and 15 miles east of Highway 99. Exeter is within a 3 to 4 hour drive to both Los Angeles and San Francisco and 30 minutes from the entrance to Sequoia National Park. Exeters population is about 10350 and our city leaders are determined to retain our small town charm while making room for conservative growth. Exeter has a variety of antique stores specialty shops services restaurants and lodging. Exeter has a long tradition of annual events and Unified School District Is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Exeter Unified School District does not discriminate in employment or any program on the basis of age creed sex race ethnic background marital status national origin genetic information or handicap.

Comments and Other Information

The town of Exeter is situated at the base of the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The area has scenic beauty a thriving business community and a population who take great pride in the towns heritage quality housing great schools and a very low incidence of crime. Exeter is located on State Highway 65 2 miles south of Highway 198 and 15 miles east of Highway 99. Exeter is within a 3 to 4 hour drive to both Los Angeles and San Francisco and 30 minutes from the entrance to Sequoia National Park. Exeters population is about 10350 and our city leaders are determined to retain our small town charm while making room for conservative growth. Exeter has a variety of antique stores specialty shops services restaurants and lodging. Exeter has a long tradition of annual events and Unified School District Is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Exeter Unified School District does not discriminate in employment or any program on the basis of age creed sex race ethnic background marital status national origin genetic information or handicap.

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