Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $22.53
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Job Description
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) stands as a beacon of innovation and commitment in public education, being the second largest school district in the United States. With an extensive service area of 710 square miles, LAUSD supports over 575,000 students across more than 1,190 educational centers and schools. As one of the city's largest employers, with a workforce exceeding 74,000 employees, LAUSD is dedicated not only to educating but also to fostering a rich working environment that values equal opportunity, inclusivity, and continuous development. The district is driven by a profound mission to prepare students for success beyond... Show More
Job Requirements
- Valid Los Angeles Unified School District Food Handler's Health Certificate obtained upon appointment
- Full-time paid food and beverage industry experience preferred
- Ability to work rapidly and efficiently
- Ability to work cohesively with peers, supervisors, school personnel, and students
- Ability to work in large groups or crowds
- Ability to apply and maintain standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and personal hygiene
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic, count money and make change accurately
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Experience in food preparation and service preferred
- Ability to follow food safety standards and procedures
- Good interpersonal skills to work effectively with peers, supervisors, school personnel, and students
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic and handle cash transactions accurately
- Ability to apply and maintain standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and personal hygiene
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work in large groups or crowds
Job Duties
- Preparing and producing a variety of foods including soups, entrees, meats, vegetables, desserts, breads, salads, sandwiches, beverages according to the menus, recipes, and production records
- Setting up and merchandising food and food service areas and serving food
- Operating kitchen equipment such as electric mixers, slicers, choppers, and grinders
- Utilizing kitchenware such as knives, spatulas, whisks, tongs, spoons, and ladles
- Practicing safe food handling according to HACCP, LA County Health Department, and LAUSD Food Services Standard Operating Procedures
- Assisting in the monitoring, reduction, and management of food waste
- Cleaning and sanitizing pots, pans, and kitchen utensils
- Performing daily, weekly, and monthly deep cleaning of the facility, service areas, and all kitchen equipment
- Mopping floors and disposing of waste according to Food Services Operating Procedures, OSHA, State, and LA County Health Department guidelines
- Receiving, labeling, and storing food and supplies according to produce and Food Service HACCP Standards
- Assisting in taking inventory
- Assisting in preparing sales, production, and other reports
- May be designated to serve as a cafeteria manager during brief absences
- May accept and count money, tickets, or cards for meals in accordance with National School Breakfast and Lunch Programs
- May disburse tickets for meals to students
- Performing related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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