Nutrition Services Assistant I #5-27

Nutrition Services Assistant I

This recruitment is open and promotional, meaning all are welcome to apply and current employees in permanent positions are eligible to receive seniority credit and promotional placement once passing all exams. There are several Nutrition Services Assistant I openings. Positions range between 2.5 and 3.75 hours per day and can be assigned to school sites or at the Central Kitchen. Please apply online at

Under direction of an assigned supervisor, assist in quantity preparation and serving of foods at an assigned site; assist in maintaining nutrition service facilities in a clean and sanitary condition. The Nutrition Services Assistant I classification is the entry-level class in this series. Incumbents perform basic and routine nutrition service activities at an assigned site. Incumbents in the Nutrition Services Assistant II classification perform more complex food service preparation and service activities and are typically assigned to the central kitchen or an assigned satellite kitchen. The Nutrition Services Assistant III classification is the advanced level in this series. Incumbents perform skilled functions in preparing, cooking, baking and packaging of large quantities and varieties of food at an assigned nutrition service location.

The examination will consist of a supplemental questions to the application, a qualifying written examination, and an oral exam. The supplemental questions to the application will be reviewed and rated for certification. These questions are required at the time of application and are qualifying. An eligibility list will be established for successful candidates which will be used to fill open positions during the life of the list. Examinations and interviews held to create the eligible list will be conducted virtually, using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software. The virtual written and oral examinations will be held throughout the recruitment. You will be contacted via email, as indicated on your application, regarding your ability to participate in the examination phase of this recruitment. Applications will be reviewed for minimum requirements. However, Newport-Mesa Unified School District reserves the right to hold a competitive screening based on the number of applications and the needs of the District.

Representative duties include assisting in the preparation, cooking, baking and service of food; preparing breads, dressings, vegetables and assemble various ingredients as assigned; package, wrap and reheat food items according to established procedures and portion control standards. Heat, fry, portion and serve food to students and staff according to established procedures. Prepare salads and sandwiches; open cans; set up faculty and staff salad bar; replenish containers as necessary. Clean serving counters, tables, food containers, and other nutrition service equipment; prepare food and beverages for sale; count and set-up plates, trays and utensils; arrange serving areas. 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. Stock condiments, food items and paper goods; assist in the storage and rotation of supplies in storage areas; assist with periodic inventories as assigned. Performs routine cashiering duties; count money and make correct change; prepare notifications on status of prepaid lunch accounts; account for transactions utilizing assigned software; lock and unlock serving areas as required. Set up speed lines and carts for food service. Operate a variety of nutrition service equipment including an electric slicer, mixer, oven, steamer and grill. Plan and estimate ordering quantities for food and supplies; assist in the ordering, receiving, storing, rotation and inventory of food and supplies; load and unload food service containers on and off delivery vehicles as assigned. Assist in setting up special events and catering affairs. Assist in the supervision of student behavior. Perform related duties as assigned.