Food Service Worker - Grant Middle School-#83615

Kings Canyon Unified School District is a well-established educational institution dedicated to providing quality education and fostering a supportive environment for all students and staff. The district is committed to equality and inclusiveness across its policies and educational programs, ensuring nondiscrimination and equal opportunity employment practices. This commitment is reflected in their adherence to Title IX and other civil rights regulations, fostering a diverse and welcoming work atmosphere for all employees. The district operates a number of schools and maintains food service programs aimed at supplying nutritious meals to students, faculty, and visitors within their school facilities. The district values efficiency, cleanliness, and safety in all food service operations to ensure a positive and healthy environment for everyone involved.

The Food Service Worker position within the Kings Canyon Unified School District plays a vital role in the operation of school cafeterias and is integral to the daily meal service provided to students, faculty, and guests. This position requires the preparation and serving of various food items including main dishes, vegetables, fruits, salads, sandwiches, desserts, and beverages. The role involves working under supervision in either a cafeteria, serving kitchen, or central kitchen setting to prepare and maintain food service areas in a clean, sanitary, and orderly manner. As a Food Service Worker, you will assist in baking, set up utensils and equipment for meal service, and engage in cleaning and maintenance tasks that support kitchen operations and safety standards.

This position typically operates during daytime hours, specifically from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM, with a half-hour lunch break, spanning 193 workdays annually. Candidates with prior food service experience are preferred, underscoring the importance of familiarity with kitchen operations and food handling. Successful candidates must pass the district’s food service test to ensure they meet operational and safety standards required in the preparation and serving of food within the school environment.

This role also occasionally involves supervisory duties, particularly overseeing student helpers, managing equipment such as mixers, grinders, and dishwashers, and assisting with inventory management and monetary transactions. Physical demands include frequent standing and walking, bending, reaching, and occasionally lifting items up to 50 pounds, reflecting the active and hands-on nature of the job. The work environment may include temperature fluctuations and requires adherence to food safety and personal hygiene standards. The position demands cooperation, flexibility, and a responsible attitude to work effectively with colleagues and the public in a busy food service setting.

The Kings Canyon Unified School District values the dedication of its food service workers who contribute significantly to the well-being and satisfaction of the school community. As part of the district's commitment to excellence, this role offers an opportunity to be part of a supportive team dedicated to service and health-oriented food preparation in an educational setting.