Food Service Assistant II # 144

• King School (7.5 hours) at Stockton Unified School District Print Application Deadline 9/28/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 9/14/2026 Contact Lillian Ohnmacht Number of Openings 1 Salary Single Rate Range 30, $18.84
• $22.86 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Range 30, $18.84
• $22.86 Length of Work Year 07/24/26-05/27/27 (207 days/fiscal year) Employment Type Full Time Location King School Schedule 6:00am
• 2:00pm (7.

5 hours per day) Hours Per Day 7.5 Hours Per Day About the Employer Stockton Unified School District (SUSD) began providing services to students in 1852 and is located in the heart of California's Central Valley near the banks of the San Joaquin River. SUSD is the 17th largest school district in California, whereby 38,000 PK-12th grade students come to us to experience an academic journey that leads to high school graduation and success in college, careers, and as actively-engaged community members. The District also serves a number of adults through our Stockton School For Adults. SUSD is made up of thirty-seven Head Start classes, fifty-three state preschool classes, three First 5 preschool classes, forty-one K-8 schools, four comprehensive high schools, three small high schools, an alternative high school, a special education school, a school for adults, and five dependent charter schools. Our district mission is to graduate every single youth college, career, and community ready. Stockton Unified School District is dedicated to providing high-quality first instruction, rigorous curriculum, and supporting academic achievement and social-emotional development supported by Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). The District's work is guided by three focal goals:

• Every child by the end of third grade will read and comprehend at the proficient level.
• Every child will have access to high quality, rigorous first instruction.
• Every child, by the end of 12th grade, will graduate and be college, career, and community ready. Job Summary Job Summary SUSD is proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package:
• FREE health benefits through Kaiser for Employee and Family (full-time employment only)
• Paid Vacation days
• Sick Leave Days
• Floating Holiday Job Description /

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DEFINITION

Under the direction of the Director, Child Nutrition/Food Services, assist in quantity preparation and serving of hot and cold foods to students and staff; maintain food service facilities, equipment, and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition at an elementary, comprehensive high school or central kitchen that serves as a transport site. Distinguishing Characteristics The Food Service Assistant I is the entry-level classification who assists in the preparation and serving of hot and cold foods, to include the storage of such food and point of sale duties to record food sales at the assigned school site(s). The Food Service Assistant II performs more complex duties to include determining the correct quantities of food to prepare and cook, while adjusting recipes as needed. The Food Service Assistant III works as sites that transport meals to other sites and/or prepare food for distribution to District programs and approved program sites.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from Food Service Operations Supervisor and Lead Food Service.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below ((E)).

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but, is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.) Prepare and serve food at an assigned school site; assemble various ingredients; heat, package and wrap food items according to established procedures and portion control standards; serve meals on serving lines; set out prepared foods (E). Cooking and bake a variety of food items including main dishes, breads and desserts. Forecast and determine the correct quantities of food items to prepare: Calculate, adjust, and extend recipes as needed, accurately measure and weigh ingredients; maintain food quality standards of appearance, flavor, and nutritional requirements (E). Assist in operation of snack bar by monitoring food and supplies, estimating quantities needed, and preparing snack bar items (E). Maintain food service facilities, equipment, and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition. Clean serving counters, tables, chairs, food containers, and other food service equipment. Sweep and mop floors to assure safety. Operate a dishwasher and manually wash trays, pots, pans, and serving equipment and utensils (E). Prepare food and beverages for sale; count and set-up plates, trays and utensils; stock condiments, food items and paper goods (E). Prepare salads, sandwiches, and packaged foods. Mix, slice, grate and chop food items; open cans; replenish containers. Wrap or package items (E). Prepare foods for special needs diets. May include but not limited to using blenders to puree food items, scales and different serving utensils and packaging (E). Assist in the receipt, storage and rotation of food items and supplies in storage areas; assist with meal counts and inventories as directed. May prepare orders for food and supplies (E). Train and provide guidance to other food service professional as needed (E). Operate food service equipment such as but not limited to ovens, warmers, slicers, packaging equipment, can openers, and carts (E). Operate a computer and perform cashiering and POS duties such as taking meal counts, collecting money and tickets, providing correct change (E). Complete and maintain records such as production records, transport record, meal counts, and sales reports (E). Communicate with students, staff, and parents to exchange information (E). Attend assigned trainings in district (E). Maintain regular and prompt attendance in the work place (E). Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

Basic quantity food preparation including washing, cutting and assembling food items and ingredients. Sanitation and safety practices related to preparing, handling and serving food. Standard kitchen equipment and utensils. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Proper lifting techniques. Basic math and cashiering skills. Oral and written communication skills. Basic record-keeping techniques. Ability to : Prepare and serve hot and cold menu items to students and staff. Assist with cooking and baking various food items. Clean, sanitize, and maintain food service equipment and facilities. Wash, cut, slice, grate, mix and assemble food items and ingredients. Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Follow health and sanitation requirements. Communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Operate a cash register or computer POS and make change accurately. Maintain routine records. Meet schedules and time lines. Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Carry out oral and written directions; write and speak at a level sufficient to fulfill the duties performed for the position described. Meet physical demands and requirements of the position.

Education and Experience :

Completion of twelfth grade or equivalent. Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to one (1) year of experience in quantity food preparation or service. Completion of course and passing exam for Certified Food Manager within three (3) months after appointment. Incumbents must maintain a valid food handler card.

License or Certificate :

First Aid and CPR certificates must be obtained within sixty (60) days from date of hire Certified Food Manager.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:

Food service environment. Subject to heat from ovens. Must wear closed toe shoes and adhere to dress code.

HAZARDS:

Heat from ovens. Exposure to very hot foods, equipment, and metal objects. Working around knives, slicers or other sharp objects. Exposure to cleaning chemicals and fumes.

Physical Demands:

Employees in this position must have/be able to: Standing for extended periods of time. See, hear and speak with/without assistive devices sufficient to communicate effectively with others. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate food service equipment. Reach overhead, above shoulders and horizontally. Frequent forceful grasping. Walk and bend at the waist, kneel or crouch. See to monitor food quality and quantity. Lift and/or carry up to 40 lbs to waist height for short distances. Occasionally lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds to waist height for short distances. Push or pull up to 75 lbs for short distances.

Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of twelfth grade or equivalent. Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to one (1) year of experience in quantity food preparation or service. Completion of course and passing exam for Certified Food Manager within three (3) months after appointment. Incumbents must maintain a valid food handler card.

License or Certificate:

First Aid and CPR certificates must be obtained within sixty (60) days from date of hire Certified Food Manager. Application materials must be received online. Interested applicants must submit the following: 1. Completed online application 2. Letter of Interest 3. Resume Please visit our website at: www.stocktonusd.net Letter of Introduction Resume (Current Resume) Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of twelfth grade or equivalent. Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to one (1) year of experience in quantity food preparation or service. Completion of course and passing exam for Certified Food Manager within three (3) months after appointment. Incumbents must maintain a valid food handler card.

License or Certificate:

First Aid and CPR certificates must be obtained within sixty (60) days from date of hire Certified Food Manager. Application materials must be received online. Interested applicants must submit the following: 1. Completed online application 2. Letter of Interest 3. Resume Please visit our website at: www.stocktonusd.net Letter of Introduction Resume (Current Resume) Comments and Other Information Applicants are requested not to make contact with members of the Board of Education, the administrative staff or potential panel members. Candidates not following these guidelines are subject to disqualification from the interview process. Stockton Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment), and bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, sex, sexual orientation; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Stockton prohíbe discriminación, acoso (incluyendo acoso sexual), atormentar o coercionar, e intimidación incluyendo: la discriminación contra un individuo o grupo por motivos de raza, color, ascendencia, nacionalidad, origen nacional, estado migratorio, identificación de grupo étnico, etnicidad, edad, religión, estado civil, embarazo, estado parental, discapacidad física o mental, sexo, orientación sexual, género, identidad de género, expresión de género o información genética; una percepción de una o más de tales características; o asociación con una persona o grupo, con una o más de estas características reales o percibidas. For inquiries regarding our non-discrimination policies, please refer to the following contacts. Kindly refrain from contacting these individuals regarding the application process. Para consultas sobre nuestras pólizas de no discriminación, consulte los siguientes contactos. Por favor, absténgase de comunicarse con estas personas con respecto al proceso de solicitud. Title IX Coordinator Director, Constituent Services 56 S. Lincoln Street Stockton, CA 95203 (209) 933-7037 Ext. 2195 Constituentservices@stocktonusd.net 504 Coordinator School Counseling Program Specialist 1141 Lever Blvd. Room 105 Stockton, CA 95206 (209) 933-7130 ext. 2617 504-coordinator@stocktonusd.net Education Equity Compliance Officer 1661 Pacific Avenue Stockton, CA 95204 (209) 933-7022 ext. 1387 educationequity@stocktonusd.net Comments and Other Information Applicants are requested not to make contact with members of the Board of Education, the administrative staff or potential panel members. Candidates not following these guidelines are subject to disqualification from the interview process. Stockton Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment), and bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, sex, sexual orientation; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Stockton prohíbe discriminación, acoso (incluyendo acoso sexual), atormentar o coercionar, e intimidación incluyendo: la discriminación contra un individuo o grupo por motivos de raza, color, ascendencia, nacionalidad, origen nacional, estado migratorio, identificación de grupo étnico, etnicidad, edad, religión, estado civil, embarazo, estado parental, discapacidad física o mental, sexo, orientación sexual, género, identidad de género, expresión de género o información genética; una percepción de una o más de tales características; o asociación con una persona o grupo, con una o más de estas características reales o percibidas. For inquiries regarding our non-discrimination policies, please refer to the following contacts. Kindly refrain from contacting these individuals regarding the application process. Para consultas sobre nuestras pólizas de no discriminación, consulte los siguientes contactos. Por favor, absténgase de comunicarse con estas personas con respecto al proceso de solicitud. Title IX Coordinator Director, Constituent Services 56 S. Lincoln Street Stockton, CA 95203 (209) 933-7037 Ext. 2195 Constituentservices@stocktonusd.net 504 Coordinator School Counseling Program Specialist 1141 Lever Blvd. Room 105 Stockton, CA 95206 (209) 933-7130 ext. 2617 504-coordinator@stocktonusd.net Education Equity Compliance Officer 1661 Pacific Avenue Stockton, CA 95204 (209) 933-7022 ext. 1387 educationequity@stocktonusd.net Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits

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