Santa Maria-bonita School District(Santa Maria,CA,USA)Hiring:Food

Santa Maria-Bonita School District is the largest school district in Santa Barbara County, serving around 17,500 students from pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. Located in the heart of a vibrant coastal agricultural area, the district fosters a strong sense of community and family involvement, celebrating the unique support families provide to students. It comprises seventeen elementary schools, four junior high schools, and one combined elementary and junior high school, all dedicated to offering a high-quality education that prepares students for limitless possibilities. The district's educational philosophy is grounded in cultivating each student's unique gifts and talents, helping them develop the skills necessary to reach their full potential. The Santa Maria-Bonita School District upholds core beliefs that emphasize respect, belonging, equity, safety, integrity, excellence, empathy, cultural diversity, and community unity. Its mission is to ensure every student flourishes by discovering their passion and purpose, exercising self-determination, and acquiring skills through a student-centered culture that values the whole child approach, inclusivity, family engagement, innovation, and highly effective staff. The role of Food Service Worker I at Jimenez #4806 offers an opportunity to be part of this dynamic educational environment, contributing directly to the health and well-being of students and staff. This full-time position spans 180 working days in a school year, with shifts scheduled from 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM. The pay range for this role starts at $19.03 per hour for external candidates, reflecting the district's commitment to fair compensation. Responsibilities include maintaining food service facilities and equipment to ensure cleanliness, safety, and sanitation; assisting in food preparation, setting up service lines, serving and selling food to students and faculty; and handling the loading and unloading of food service materials and supplies. This role also involves important tasks such as cleaning serving areas, operating dishwashers, preparing various food items including sandwiches, salads, and fruits, and supervising children in the cafeteria when assigned. Additionally, the Food Service Worker I participates in basic recordkeeping and may serve as a meal checker. Candidates for this position will find that Santa Maria-Bonita School District values professionalism, teamwork, and a positive work environment. The ideal food service worker understands the importance of food safety, efficiency, and excellent customer service within a school setting. This position requires physical stamina due to the nature of the work, which involves standing for extended periods and handling food service equipment and supplies. The district provides a supportive atmosphere where employees are integral to delivering essential services that contribute to the district's overall educational mission. This role offers a meaningful career opportunity for individuals passionate about working with children and supporting their nutrition and well-being in a school environment.

• Graduation from high school
• valid California driver's license for assignments requiring driving
• insurability by the district's liability insurance carrier
• DMV printout issued within the past 60 days unless currently employed in a position requiring it
• physical ability to lift, carry, push, or pull moderately heavy objects
• ability to stand or walk for extended periods
• ability to operate kitchen equipment
• ability to carry, push, or pull food trays, carts, materials and supplies
• ability to reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally
• ability to see, hear, and speak to exchange information
• ability to bend at the waist
• ability to work in a food service environment with exposure to heat, cold, sharp knives, cleaning agents, and pesticides