Nutrition Services Worker (2 Positions)

Kern High School District; California (MO); On-site; USD 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Kern High School District is seeking an entry level food service worker at East Bakersfield High School. The role supports preparation and serving in the school cafeteria, keeping equipment and facilities clean and sanitary, and assisting with basic tasks under supervision.

The position is 9.5 months, with daily hours from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., starting at $1,055.93 monthly. No prior experience required, but helpful in a fast-paced educational setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Understanding basic food preparation methods and safety procedures.
• Ability to learn to operate nutrition services appliances.
• Read at a level sufficient to perform duties.
• Must meet physical requirements and maintain effective work relationships.
• No experience required, though helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and serving of food items in a school cafeteria.
• Maintain sanitation of equipment and facilities.
• Perform entry level, routine, manual tasks.
• Follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Assist with basic math calculations as needed.

Skills

Basic food prep

Sanitation & safety

Reading & math

Job description

• Date Posted: 9/15/2026
• Location: East Bakersfield High School
• Date Available: 09/15/2026
• Closing Date: 09/23/2026

QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires knowledge of basic kitchen and food serving utensils and equipment; basic methods of food preparation; basic cleaning methods and procedures.

Must possess the skill to effectively apply proper sanitation and safety requirements associated with food preparation and serving operations; understand and follow oral and written instructions; learn to operate assigned nutrition services appliances and equipment in a safe manner; read at a level sufficient to perform assigned duties; perform routine mathematical calculations accurately; meet the physical requirements necessary to safely perform the duties of the position; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

No experience is required, although some experience in food preparation and service would be helpful.

A TEST ON GENERAL KNOWLEDGE OF MEAL PATTERN REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM WILL BE GIVEN PRIOR TO THE INTERVIEW AS WELL AS A BASIC MATH TEST.

A PRE-PLACEMENT MEDICAL ASSESSMENT AND CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK IS REQUIRED OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT.

DUTIES OF POSITION: Under supervision will assist in the preparation and serving of food items in a school cafeteria or central kitchen facility and maintain nutrition services equipment and facilities in a safe, clean, and sanitary condition. This job class performs entry level, routine, and manual functions of food preparation.0

STARTING SALARY: $1,055.93 (monthly)

NUMBER OF MONTHS: 9.5 (to begin as soon as possible)

NUMBER OF HOURS: 3 (daily working hours 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)