Find & Apply For Kitchen Staff Jobs in Madera, California

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Child Nutrition, and the day-to-day work coordination of a Child Nutrition Assistant II or higher level, the Child Nutrition Assistant I provide support to the educational process at an assigned food service location with specific responsibilities for preparing and serving meals and food items to students and/or school personnel and maintaining food service facilities in a safe and sanitary condition. The incumbents in this classification provide the school community with nutritious student meals which directly supports student learning and achievement. The following alphabetical list of functions, duties, and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions, duties, and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Assists in the operation of kitchen equipment (e.g., dishwasher, utensils, mixers) for the purpose of preparing meals and/or keeping equipment sanitized. Assists in the preparation of food and beverage items to meet mandated nutritional standards and projected meal requirements. May assemble and package prepared food for serving directly to students at mealtime or for transporting from a central kitchen to a school site kitchen. May assist with taking food supply inventory and receiving or preparing for food service deliveries. May collect and account for money paid by students for optional food items not covered under the student's ID number. Organizes and handles prepared foods at assigned locations, for the purposes of serving to students and staff. Participates in maintaining and sanitizing storage areas, food preparation surfaces, food serving areas, and all equipment in a sanitary condition in accordance with current health standards. Reports equipment malfunctions to designated supervisory personnel to obtain repair and/or replacement. Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel. Washes, cleans, and sanitizes kitchen areas, surfaces, utensils, and equipment as assigned and required. Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the District, including various mandatory District trainings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

(At time of application)

Knowledge of:

Food serving methods and procedures, such as heating and wrapping food items Basic food handling techniques Sanitary methods and techniques for food storage, preparation, and serving Safety practices Standard kitchen equipment, utensils, and measurements Basic mathematics and counting money to make change and document food item sales Skills and Abilities to: Adhere to safety practices Operate equipment used in commercial kitchens to prepare food in volume Work effectively, patiently, and flexibly despite frequent interruptions and under time constraints Work as part of a team to prepare and serve food in large volume in accordance with standard production procedures and food safety practices Communicate effectively with students and with persons of diverse backgrounds Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with assigned co-workers Understand, be sensitive to, and respect the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethics, religious and cultural backgrounds, disabilities, and sexual orientations of student, parents, teachers, administrators, and staff Follow oral and written instructions and applicable health and sanitation requirements Prepare, set-up and serve food safely to students according to established procedures Accurately handle and account for money received and make change Operate safely and efficiently standard commercial kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils Communicate using tact, patience and courtesy in a manner that reflects positively on the District

RESPONSIBILITY

Responsibilities include working under frequent supervision and direction using standardized procedures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

( Must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations ) Performing duties in a commercial kitchen and food serving environment subject to heat from ovens, cold from walk-in refrigerators and freezers Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy objects up to 52 pounds Standing and walking for extended periods of time Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate kitchen equipment Carrying, pushing, or pulling food trays, carts, materials, and supplies Kneeling crouching and or stooping to retrieve items on lower shelves or to wipe spills Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally Seeing to assure proper quantities of food Hearing of sufficient clarity to receive verbal instructions and food orders and carry them out accurately Bending at the waist Exposure to very hot foods, equipment, and metal objects Exposure to sharp knives and slicers Exposure to cleaning and sanitizing agents ( At time of application and in addition to the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed above .)

EDUCATION REQUIRED

High School diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Six (6) months experience in handling of foods; experience in a cafeteria or restaurant setting is preferred. LICENSE(S)

REQUIRED

None

CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING REQUIRED

Pass the District's applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score Possession of, or ability and qualifications to obtain Food Safety Certification within twelve (12) months of appointment and failure to do so could result in release After offer of employment, obtain: Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years) Pre-employment physical exam D through District's provider at District's expense

SALARY SCHEDULE

Classified Salary Range:

11

Work Calendar:

204

Days Work Hours:

10:00 am - 1:30 pm (3.5 Hours/Day)

Work Location:

TBD

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Materials Required:

• 1. Completed application 2. Proof of High School Diploma or Equivalency or higher degree earned (copy of official transcript OR copy of diploma is acceptable)

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PC RULES 5.2.1.2 -5.2.1.2

- In-house employees will have first consideration for the position. If sufficient candidates are not available to complete the three ranks, the Personnel Commission will move to include outside candidates. The examination process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. No additional information will be accepted from applicants once the application has been submitted. Only the most qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review will be invited to the examination process. The examination process will include a competency examination (100% weight). Those achieving a passing overall score of 70% or higher on the examination will be placed on the Eligibility List. The Eligibility List is valid for six (6) months from the date of certification. The top three (3) ranks will be forwarded to the Hiring Authority for final interview and selection. This Eligibility List will be used to fill future Child Nutrition Assistant I vacancies.

INITIAL TESTING TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED AS FOLLOWS

COMPETENCY

EXAMINATION

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NOVEMBER 24, 2026 PASSING THE EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBILITY LIST DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.

To move forward in the selection process, you must complete an online application through this website. Resumes may be uploaded, but cannot be used in place of a completed application.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

ONCE

YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

When completing the application, please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and contact information of your supervisors. The experience that is included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered for the purpose of determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications. All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you. The examination process and/or date are subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be delivered via email to the email address listed on your application. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Personnel Specialist Roxane Tornero at (559) 675-4500 Ext 295 or email roxanetornero@maderausd.org.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the Madera Unified School District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request, including an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process. The Governing Board desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with the law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employees and job applicant on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation. The following person is designated as the

Title IX Coordinator:

Prince Marshall Assistant Superintendent of Student & Family Support Services 1820 Howard Road, Madera, CA 93637 559-416-5826