Lead Food Service Worker at Child Nutrition Services (1.00 FTE- 8 hours/day) #1053 #1090

Santa Rosa City Schools is a dedicated educational institution committed to fostering an environment where all students are embraced, engaged, and empowered. Rooted in the belief that each student has unique assets and cultural wealth, the district focuses on delivering an equitable and transformative educational experience. SRCS prides itself on nurturing the whole student by providing a safe, engaging, and challenging setting that prepares learners to thrive as global citizens in the 21st century. Mission-driven and community-focused, SRCS aims to empower students to find purpose, think critically, embrace diversity, collaborate effectively, adapt to a changing world, and lead healthy and fulfilling lives. The school district is committed to continual improvement, guided by its motto: Embrace, Engage, Empower.

The role of Lead Food Service Worker at Santa Rosa City Schools is pivotal in maintaining the quality and efficiency of school lunch services that support student health and well-being. This position involves assigning, directing, monitoring, and participating in the day-to-day operations of a semi-automated food packaging production line. The Lead Food Service Worker carefully manages the receipt of daily food orders from schools, ensuring that lunch packs are accurately counted, properly prepared, and delivered on time to multiple educational sites including elementary, middle, and contract schools.

Occupying an advanced journey or lead level within the food service operations, the Lead Food Service Worker receives limited supervision and is responsible for guiding and overseeing the work of subordinate food service staff. Key responsibilities include utilizing semi-automated machinery such as denesting machines, heat sealers, and conveyor belts effectively to facilitate smooth food packing operations. The role also requires meticulous coordination of food supplies, calculating servings to meet demand, loading food racks into transport vans, and maintaining detailed records of lunches packed and delivered.

In addition to managing operational duties, the Lead Food Service Worker must meet physical demands including heavy lifting and be prepared to assume disaster service worker duties in times of emergency, crisis, or pandemic. The ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships is essential for successful collaboration across departments and with vendors. This position is integral to ensuring students receive nutritious meals consistently and reliably.

Santa Rosa City Schools values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace free of discrimination and harassment. The Lead Food Service Worker contributes directly to the health and safety standards essential in school nutrition programs and supports the broader mission of preparing students for future success. This is a full-time position that requires dedication, leadership, and a strong work ethic in a dynamic environment focused on student empowerment and community well-being.