Substitute: Food Service Assistant Eligibility Pool - Central School Support Services Departmen[...]

Young World Physical Education; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Substitute Food Service Assistant in Oakland, California. The role involves supporting routine food service activities, performing cashiering duties, and maintaining cleanliness of facilities.

This is an on-call position with a starting date immediately. Candidates must pass an assessment test and complete specific hiring requirements. Pay is up to $16 per hour. Email your application to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Pass Assessment Test.
• Personality suitable to work in schools.

Responsibilities

• Support routine food service activities related to preparation and serving of foods.
• Perform cashiering duties for food items.
• Maintain cleanliness of food service facilities.

Skills

Cashiering duties

Food preparation

Health and sanitation regulations

Tools

Standard kitchen equipment

Job description

Substitute: Food Service Assistant Eligibility Pool – Central School Support Services Department (2026-27)

Oakland Unified School District Substitute Assignment (Various locations) – Oakland, California

Starting Date: Immediately

Job ID: 5760788

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: up to $16 Per Hour

Job Categories: Substitute > Food Service; Support Staff > Food Service

Qualifications

• Pass Assessment Test

Requirements for Hire

• Complete application for this position (including 2 references)
• Successfully complete an interview with a member of the Substitute Office or Recruitment team
• Gather the following materials to expedite hire processing:
  • Negative TB test current within past 60 days
  • Sealed copies of all college transcripts
  • Valid Driver's License, ID card, Permanent Residency Card or current US passport
  • Social Security Card (no copies)
• All hires are contingent on applicant passing a criminal background check

Description

BASIC FUNCTION: Hourly, substitute on‑call position. Support routine food service activities related to the preparation, packaging and serving of foods; perform cashiering duties in the sale of food items; receive and account for money; issue, maintain and review records of student meal tickets; maintain cleanliness of food service facilities.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine food service activities related to the preparation, packaging and serving of foods; cut, mix, wrap or package foods into appropriate serving portions; thaw frozen items, open cans and packages; prepare pans for cooking and heating; wash fruits and vegetables.
• Perform cashiering duties in the sale of food items; receive and account for money; check off the names of students served meals; collect tickets and money for a‑la‑carte items as assigned.
• Prepare food service facilities for the serving of food; ensure that serving lines are properly stocked with adequate food, beverages and supplies; count and set out food trays; heat items and serve meals in appropriate portions to students and faculty.
• Count and maintain inventory records and notify supervisor of needed supplies; assist in storing unused food and supplies to assure compliance with health and sanitation standards; dispose of unusable leftovers and trash.
• Operate a variety of standard kitchen equipment such as food warmer, cash register, slicer, grater, mixer, steamer, dishwasher, and ovens as required.
• Maintain work areas and serving areas in a clean, sanitary and safe condition; wash and clean counters and tables; wash and store equipment, pots, pans, trays and other food service items.
• Assist other Food Services personnel with cooking and baking activities as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Passage of interview and skills test
• Personality and character suitable to work in schools
• Employment eligibility, which may include fingerprints, Tuberculosis clearance and/or other employment clearances

Ability To

• Prepare and serve food in accordance with health and sanitation regulations
• Learn and follow health and sanitation requirements
• Maintain food service equipment and areas in a clean and sanitary condition
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately
• Wash, cut, slice, grate, mix and assemble food items and ingredients
• Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Work cooperatively with others

Working Conditions

Food services environment; heat from ovens and cold from refrigerators and freezers; exposure to sharp knives and slicers.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate kitchen utensils and equipment; seeing to operate and maintain food service equipment; bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; standing for extended periods of time; lifting and carrying moderately heavy objects of 25 lbs or less.

Non-Discrimination Policy

The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.

Contact Information

• Email: [e-mail]