Child Nutrition Services Worker II

Child Nutrition Worker II

This recruitment is an open and promotional recruitment taking precedence. The established eligibility list will remain in effect for one year and will be used to fill current and future vacancies. The District has the right to limit the number of eligibles which can be reasonably used during the existence of the eligibility list. 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. Application Process: Applicants who successfully meet the employment standards outlined in the Required Qualifications in the job description and the supplemental questionnaire questions in the application will be invited to participate in the testing process. Tentative Testing Schedule for this Recruitment: Written Testing Date: October 7, 2026 Qualifications Appraisal Interview Date: October 16, 2026 This recruitment is to establish an eligibility list to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of this eligibility list

Requirements for Position: Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: one year of experience in quantity food preparation and sufficient training to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed. Licenses and other Certifications: Valid Serve Safe certificate.

Examples of Duties

Under the direction of the Director and/or Supervisor-Child Nutrition Services, prepare and serve a variety of foods and beverages to staff and students at an assigned school site; order and take inventory of food and supplies; maintain food service facilities, equipment, and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition; train, lead and provide guidance to Child Nutrition Services Worker I and student workers.

• Prepare and serve a variety of foods and beverages to staff and students at an assigned school site; 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.
• Heat, pan, arrange and serve food items; replenish salad bar items; stock condiments, food items, beverages and paper goods; store and rotate supplies in storage areas.
• Maintain 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.
• Plan and prepare food and beverages for sale; count and set-up plates, trays and utensils.
• Coordinate food service inventory functions; estimate and order appropriate amounts of food items and supplies; oversee the receipt, storage and rotation of food items and supplies; verify accuracy of shipments; oversee and conduct daily and periodic inventories; account for student meals.
• Train, lead and provide guidance to Child Nutrition Services Worker I and student workers.
• Inspect food items and supplies; verifies quantity, quality, and specifications of orders and assures compliance with mandated health standards.
• Prepare salads, sandwiches, and packaged foods for distribution; mix, slice, grate and chop food items; assure proper temperature of foods.
• Perform routine cashiering duties as assigned; receive and count money; make correct change; reconcile cash and credit receipts; maintain accuracy of meal counts; scan student meal cards and assist with deposits.
• Collect items to be processed such as free and reduced meal applications and meal tickets.
• Operate standard food service equipment such as slicers, steamers, ovens, and warmers; operate a computer and assigned software; type and input data.
• Maintain routine records related to assigned activities; prepare student meal debt letters and lists.
• Attend meetings, in-service training and workshops as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: one-year experience in quantity food preparation and sufficient training to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. Licenses and other Certifications:

• Valid Serve Safe certificate.
• 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.
• Understand multi-step written and oral instructions.
• Safety and sanitation practices and procedures.
• Quantity food preparation and handling.
• Oral and written communication skills.

Supplemental Information

Ability to:

• Train, lead and provide guidance to Child Nutrition Services Worker I and student workers.
• 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.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Complete work with interruptions.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.

Application and Selection Process

All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process for the position. The examination process may include one or more of the following: written, oral, and performance examination. Candidates must pass all parts of the examination process to be placed on the eligibility list. The final score will determine the candidate's rank on the eligibility list. A candidate in the top three ranks (including tie scores) on the eligibility list may be considered for hire; when there are multiple vacancies in the same job classification, additional ranks will be considered. Open and Promotional examinations are open to applicants inside and outside the Lompoc Unified School District. To qualify for the promotional examination, employees must have permanent status in the Lompoc Unified School District as a classified employee. Promotional Only examinations are open to current Lompoc Unified School District classified employees only. For employees to qualify for the promotional examination, they must have permanent status in the District as a classified employee. Dual Certification examinations are open to all applicants, including current Lompoc Unified School District employees and those from the general public. Dual Certification results are integrated into one eligibility list based on rank. Eligibility lists are generally valid for up to one (1) year. Lists may be exhausted prior to the original expiration date, or they may be extended with the approval of the Personnel Commission. If you require disability accommodation for any step of the application and selection process, please notify the Classified Human Resources office in writing by the final date of this recruitment (or as soon as possible for an open continuous recruitment). The Lompoc Unified School District reserves the right to limit the applicants in the second examination, the Qualifications Appraisal Interview, to a number which can be expected to be used during the life of the eligibility list. Veterans' Preference Points: This recruitment is eligible for veterans' preference points for qualifying veterans upon initial hire.

Employment Requirements Employment Verification: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the District must verify that all new employees, at the time of hire, have proof of their right to work in the United States. Fingerprinting: State law requires that all employees be fingerprinted. AB 1610 prohibits employment until the Department of Justice completes its obligations regarding the arrest and conviction information. Medical and Physical Requirements: Verification of freedom from tuberculosis will be required. A medical examination may be required of eligible candidates.

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