Nutrition Services Worker (2 Positions)

Kern High School District; United States; On-site; USD 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Kern High School District seeks an entry‑level Nutrition Services worker at Independence High School to assist with food prep and serving in a school cafeteria. The role emphasizes maintaining clean, safe facilities and operating basic kitchen equipment under supervision.

No prior experience is required; a pre-placement medical assessment and background check are required before employment. The starting salary is $1,055.93 per month for a 3‑hour daily shift (10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic kitchen and food serving utensils and equipment.
• Ability to apply sanitation and safety requirements in food prep and serving.
• Read and follow oral and written instructions and perform math calculations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and serving of food items in a school cafeteria or central kitchen.
• Maintain equipment and facilities in a safe, clean, and sanitary condition.

Skills

Kitchen basics

Sanitation knowledge

Safety procedures

Reading instructions

Basic math

Job description

• Date Posted:
  9/18/2026
• Location:
  Independence High School
• Date Available:
  09/18/2026
• Closing Date:
  09/28/2026

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 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.)