2616 Lead School Lunchroom Helper (PEX)

The San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is the seventh largest school district in California, serving over 50,000 students speaking more than 44 languages across 130 schools. SFUSD is deeply committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment where every child can discover their unique spark and graduate ready for college and career. As part of this mission, SFUSD emphasizes quality instruction, social justice, and continuous innovation within its schools. The district embraces core values such as being student-centered, fearless in facing challenges, united through collaboration, driven by social justice, and respectful of diversity, which collectively support a vibrant and nurturing educational community.

This job opening is for the position of Lead School Lunchroom Helper within the Student Nutrition Services of SFUSD. The position offers a competitive hourly salary range of $28.34 to $37.48, commensurate with experience, and is classified under job class 2616. Employment is permanent exempt with a duration term of three years. The role offers flexibility for full-time or part-time work on a school-term calendar, with shifts available anytime between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at any SFUSD school site.

As a Lead School Lunchroom Helper, you will play a vital role in ensuring that students receive nutritious and appealing meals that meet federal, state, and local regulatory standards. You will be responsible for overseeing and leading the work of Student Nutrition Workers, guiding them in food preparation, equipment use, point of sale operations, and adherence to food safety protocols. Your duties encompass maintaining compliance with meal program guidelines, ensuring confidentiality regarding meal program eligibility, and coordinating effectively with school staff, students, and parents. The role emphasizes maintaining high standards in food quality, customer service, cleanliness, and accurate record-keeping.

This position requires hands-on involvement in daily food service activities, including following prescribed menus and recipes, monitoring point of sale transactions to ensure accuracy, managing inventory through a first-in-first-out system, and securing food and supplies within budgetary limits. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are crucial. You will be attending meetings, requisitioning food and supplies, coordinating staffing needs, and calling substitutes when necessary to maintain smooth meal service operations.

SFUSD values candidates who demonstrate knowledge of approved food handling practices, cafeteria equipment usage, supply ordering, and inventory control. Experience with basic office equipment including computers and telephones is important for this role. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership abilities, capable of training and supervising staff while performing their own kitchen tasks efficiently. The work environment requires the ability to work under deadlines and interruptions while maintaining a cooperative team spirit.

Minimum qualifications include possession of a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of routine kitchen work experience including use of point of sale software, and current certification as a Food Safety Manager. Additionally, candidates must be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds. SFUSD offers a comprehensive benefits package featuring dental and vision plans, a defined benefit pension, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and vacation time. The district fosters an inclusive, equity-centered work culture encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work.

SFUSD is committed to non-discrimination and promotes equal employment opportunities free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on race, color, ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. This commitment extends across all SFUSD programs and activities ensuring a respectful and supportive environment for all stakeholders. Joining SFUSD means contributing to a leading public education district committed to continuous improvement and community engagement while supporting the health and wellness of its students through nutritious meal services.