Food Service Worker I

Galt Joint Union High School District is a public school district located in Galt, California, committed to delivering quality education and comprehensive student services to its community. The district values inclusivity and diversity, ensuring a discrimination-free environment for students and staff alike. It serves a broad student population through its various educational programs, striving to foster a safe and supportive learning atmosphere that promotes academic success and personal growth. Galt Joint Union High School District is known for its dedication to upholding equal opportunity principles in both its educational services and employment practices, welcoming applicants from various backgrounds to join its team.

The Food Service Worker I position at Galt Joint Union High School District plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the school meal program. Reporting directly to the Food Service Manager, this role involves assisting with the preparation and serving of nutritious school breakfasts and lunches to students and staff. The worker participates in tasks such as cooking food by assembling, heating, and packaging meals while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. This position requires adaptability to perform multiple duties from food preparation to inventory management and sanitizing kitchen areas. The job typically entails working between 3 to 8 hours per day, five days a week, over ten months annually.

Employees in this role are responsible for not only preparing and serving food efficiently but also adhering strictly to sanitation principles and safety practices relevant to food service operations. This ensures that all meals served meet quality and health standards, contributing positively to students' nutrition and well-being. The Food Service Worker I must demonstrate the physical capability to lift up to 30 pounds, and possess the ability to accurately perform basic mathematical calculations related to counting and recording meals served and monies collected.

This job is suited for individuals with a high school diploma or equivalent and a foundational understanding of food service operations. The district offers a salary within range 6 and fringe benefits to those working four or more hours per day. The role is integral to delivering efficient meal service within schools, supporting student health through timely and hygienic meal offerings in a cooperative team environment. Galt Joint Union High School District fosters a workplace culture that respects all individuals and complies with legal protections against discrimination and harassment, encouraging prospective candidates who share these values to apply.