CAFETERIA WORKER I (2345)

Glendale Unified School District; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision care

Holidays pay

Sick Leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Glendale Unified School District is seeking a Cafeteria Worker I to perform entry-level meal preparation and service in a school cafeteria. Responsibilities include assembling sandwiches, serving on a meal line, washing pots and pans, heating prepared foods, and operating a point-of-sale terminal as needed.

Position is part-time, 9.25 months per year, with opportunities for permanent roles later. Substitutes are paid at the first step of the salary range; permanent employees may receive merit

Qualifications

• General food preparation practices and procedures.
• Kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Wash, heat, cut, and assemble foods and ingredients.
• Follow applicable health and sanitation requirements.
• Perform work efficiently during rush conditions.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate a point-of-sale computer terminal.
• Do simple arithmetic and count.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.

Responsibilities

• Sets up serving line according to daily menu.
• Washes and cuts foodstuffs for cooking.
• Assembles salads and sandwiches.
• Assists Cook/Baker with organizing, panning, and setting up food and supplies for site service.
• Replenishes food on serving line.
• Heats prepared food.
• Counts leftover food items and records information.
• Cleans up after meals, cleans counters and equipment, and washes pots and pans.
• Operates a point-of-sale computer terminal when needed.
• Handles cash transactions accurately, including providing change for meals and a la carte purchases.

Job description

Description A Cafeteria Worker I performs entry level, repetitive meal preparation and service assignments in a school cafeteria including assembling sandwiches, serving on a meal line, washing pots and pans, and heating prepared foods and operating a point-of-sale computer terminal.

RECRUITMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. APPLICATION FILING PERIOD MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

IMPORTANT:

The current recruitment process is primarily focused on hiring substitute employees (temporary/as-needed basis paid at the first step of the salary range). Permanent opportunities may also become available at a later time and will include salary increases. See 'Examination Process' section below. ALL POSITIONS ARE 9.25 MONTHS PER YEAR, PART-TIME, AND RANGE FROM 3 TO 3.5 HOURS PER DAY.

Examples of Duties

• Sets up serving line according to daily menu.
• Washes and cuts foodstuffs for cooking.
• Assembles salads and sandwiches.
• Assists a Cook/Baker with organizing, panning, and setting up food and supplies for site service and transport cabinets, and helps on serving line.
• Replenishes food on serving line.
• Heats prepared food.
• Counts leftover food items and records information.
• Cleans up after meals, cleans counters and equipment, and washes pots and pans.
• Operates a point-of-sale computer terminal when needed.
• Handles cash transactions accurately, including providing change for meals and a la carte purchases.

Employment Standards

Class Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• General food preparation practices and procedures.
• Kitchen utensils and equipment.

Ability To

• Wash, heat, cut, and assemble foods and ingredients.
• Follow applicable health and sanitation requirements.
• Perform work efficiently during rush conditions.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate a point-of-sale computer terminal.
• Do simple arithmetic and count.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.

Minimum Requirements

None

Desirable

Written and oral proficiency in a second language.

Examination Process

A review of the applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on that evaluation, applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to participate in the next step of the process. For substitute positions, this will include an interview. For permanent positions, it may include a multiple-choice written test and will include a qualifications appraisal interview. Based on their status, candidates will be notified of the details at the appropriate time.

Note Regarding The Salary

Substitute employees are paid a fixed hourly rate at the first step only.

Permanent employees may earn higher rates upon successful completion of the probationary period and may receive merit increases each year up to the maximum amount.

After an offer of employment a candidate must submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis. Also required after an offer, the candidate must complete a pre-employment physical examination and obtain fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (district-paid). The onboarding process includes legally mandated training(s) and reference checks. In addition, pursuant to Senate Bill 848 (SB848), the district is required to conduct reference checks that include inquiry into whether the applicant has ever been the subject of a credible complaint, investigation, or disciplinary action related to child abuse, sexual misconduct, or sexual harassment.

Statement of Non-discrimination (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973)

The Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, sexual preference, ancestry, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, physical or mental disability, marital or parental status, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or sexual harassment in any district service, program and/or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that unlawful discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in district programs. A copy of the District's Uniform Complaint Policy is available by calling [phone], Ext. 1457.

Benefits

• Benefits for employees who work less than 4 hours per day include vision care.
• Holidays: Regular classified employees are entitled to pay for authorized holidays, provided they were in a paid status during any portion of the working day immediately preceding or succeeding the holiday.
• Sick Leave: One day of sick leave earned per month, accumulation is unlimited.
• Retirement: All new employees who work half time or more must become members of the California Public Employees Retirement System and the Federal Social Security program. Contributions are withheld from salary. Employees may become eligible for retirement at age 50 with a minimum of five years service.

Salary

Salary: The beginning and ending salary steps are shown on each examination announcement. Employees with satisfactory service receive salary increases upon completion of their probationary period and at one-year intervals thereafter, up to the maximum rate.

Application Process

Applications are accepted online at www.gusd.net and must be complete, contain all required documents and information, and be received (not postmarked) on or before the deadline. Applications may be rejected for any reason including, but not limited to, the following: late, incomplete or illegible materials; previous dismissal from the classified service; conviction of certain offenses; false, misleading statements or omissions of information on application materials. No additional information will be accepted after the final filing date listed.

Examination Process Repeat

A review of the applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on that evaluation, a limited number of applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the district will be invited to participate in the next step of the examination process. The examination process will consist of one or more related test parts covering any subject matter appropriate to the duties of the position. Qualified applicants will be advised of the test components and weights prior to the administration of the first test part.

Eligibility List

Candidates successfully completing all phases of the application and examination procedure will be ranked on the appropriate eligibility list according to their total examination scores. This list is normally in effect for one year.

Classification

When a vacant position is to be filled, the top three reachable ranks from the eligibility list are contacted for employment interviews. The supervisor of the vacant position will interview those candidates and may make a selection from any one of them. Depending on the vacancy, current employees in the same classification who have a transfer request on file, may also be interviewed. New employees must serve a six-month or one-year probationary period, depending on the classification involved.

Fingerprint Requirement

California state law requires that all classified employees be fingerprinted. Candidates are responsible for paying the fees.

Certificate of Tuberculosis Examination

New employees must furnish proof that within the last 60 days they have had a Mantoux tuberculin skin test.

Accommodation

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants with disabilities may request that reasonable accommodation be given related to the actual examination process. Requests must be made at the time of application.

Physical Examination

Employees must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of the position without hazard to themselves or others. As a condition of employment, all prospective new hires must receive District approval relating to their fitness to work based on a physical examination. Tests must be given by a District-approved physician.

Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting Training (AB1432)

As a state requirement, all prospective employees of the district are required to complete the Mandated Reporter Educators Training course, prior to their start date of employment. The training must also be completed annually thereafter.

Veterans Preference

Five additional points of credit are added in entry-level examinations to the final passing score of qualified veterans showing 30 days or more service during time of war (10 points for disabled veterans) upon presentation of proof of veterans' status (Form DD-214). This evidence must be presented during the examination procedure. No credit will be given after this period.

Reminder

All current employees are reminded that in order to promote, an application must be filed during the filing period, tests must be taken, and passed. Permanent employees interested in a transfer must file a transfer request form.

Disclaimer

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract or offer of employment. Any provision contained herein may be modified or revoked at any time without notice. Applicants should rely only on the official GUSD web site and bulletins for accurate and reliable information. GUSD is not responsible for inaccurate and outdated information appearing on unauthorized web sites or in other publications such as those of employment agencies.