Posting Details
Position Information
Job Number CLA00590P
Position Title Child Development Center Food Service Worker - Substitute Hourly as Needed
Position Type Classified Substitute pool
Percentage
Employee Number of Months
Assignment Starting Date As soon as possible
Current Work Schedule Monday through Friday between 7:30am - 3:00pm schedule varies
Salary Range 13
Salary 19.05 Hourly
Shift Differential
FLSA Non-Exempt
Location Main Campus
Department Child Development Center
Open Date 03/16/2026
Closing Date 09/16/2026
Open Until Filled
About Rio Hondo College
About Río Hondo College Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.
Strengths Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College's 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.
Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students' success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.
Río Hondo College employs approximately 55 tenured track faculty of color, 60 part-time faculty of color, 85 classified staff of color, and 50 administrators of color.
Río Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelors degree in Automotive Technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team, top-notch athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences, and more.
In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos, and Avocado Heights, Río Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.
Basic Function
Under the direction of an administrator or manager, assists in planning and preparing meals for the Child Development Center; assists with maintaining inventory and procuring of supplies to ensure proper nutritional meals are served to children during classroom and daycare activities.
Representative Duties
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of • District and college policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to the area of assignment. • Federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations and District policies and practices pertinent to the area of responsibility. • California Education Code and Title V as it relates to the area of assignment. • Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). • Childcare Food Program, health, safety, and nutrition standards. • Basic food preparation, health and safety procedures for the kitchen. • Methods, procedures and techniques for preparation, heating and serving large quantities of food. • Sanitation, hygiene and safety practices and procedures in operation of a food service program. • Standard cafeteria appliances and equipment. • Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). • Methods and procedures for requisitioning, receiving and storing food and supplies. • Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing. • Computer software programs, applications, databases and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, computer hardware and peripheral equipment related to the area of the assignment. • Record-keeping, filing, file sharing and filing system methods and techniques. • Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. • Effective communication techniques and interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) related to the scope and area of the assignment.
Ability to • Perform the essential responsibilities of the position. • Plan, organize and prioritize workload to meet schedules and timelines. • Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues and situations. • Understand and follow verbal and written directions. • Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. • Use and care for basic kitchen equipment and utensils. • Prepare and serve a variety of foods in large quantities. • Understand and follow standard kitchen food preparation and storage procedures within established guidelines and in accordance and compliance with OSHA regulations. • Understand and follow verbal and written directions. • Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. • Utilize computer software programs, applications and databases, computer hardware and peripheral equipment related to the area of assignment. • Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with those encountered during the course of work.
Education and Experience
• High school graduate or General Educational Development (GED) AND • Six (6) months of food service experience. • Or any combination of education and experience which would provide the required qualifications for the position.
Equivalencies
Foreign Degrees Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an Evaluation Service prior to the closing date. Certification must be attached with copies of transcripts.
License Certificates/Credentials
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS • Possession of or ability to obtain a Serv Safe Certification. • Possession of or ability to obtain a valid driver license. • May be required to travel for various off-site meetings, trainings, conferences and/or events in support of the overall objective of the position.
Desired Qualifications • One (1) year of experience in food preparation and service. • Food Handlers Training/Serve Safe • Serve Safe Certificate
Distinguishable Characteristics
The Child Development Center Food Service Worker is the entry-level classification within the Child Development Center Food Service series. The incumbent assists with a variety of program responsibilities including but not limited to meal planning, preparation and service to children, submitting procurement requests for supplies, and maintaining a clean and healthy environment for children and staff.
The Child Development Center Food Service Worker is distinguished from the Senior Food Service Worker in that the latter is the senior lead level classification within the Child Development Center Food Service Worker series. The incumbent plans, prepares and schedules meals and snacks, performs administrative responsibilities related to the nutritional program including ensuring the Food Service Program meets the nutritional and health requirements of the program, prepares reports and responds to audits on behalf of the program.
Working Conditions
PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit or stand for extended periods of time, talk or hear in person and by telephone, use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel, operate personal computers and other standard office equipment, and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, use of both eyes, ability to distinguish basic shades and colors and the ability to adjust focus.
Employees are frequently required to walk/stand for extended periods of time, hear and speak, lift, carry, push or pull moderately heavy trays, carts and supplies weighing approximately 25 pounds and with assistance up to approximately 50 pounds, reach overhead (above the shoulders) and horizontally, bend at the waist, kneel or crouch, use sight to monitor food quality and quantity, and count money.
MENTAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this class, incumbents are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills, read and interpret data, use math and mathematical reasoning, analyze and solve problems, learn and apply new information and skills, perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks, and interact with District students, vendors and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom are dissatisfied or abusive.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees work under typical kitchen and cafeteria environment with constant interruptions; noise level may vary depending on activities; subject to heat from ovens and cold from refrigerators or freezers; exposure to hot foods and equipment; work with knives, slicers or other sharp objects; exposure to cleaning chemicals and fumes; occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.
Position Description
Applications are currently being accepted for Food Services Worker Substitute. This is an hourly as needed position.
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PT on the closing date. Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed: • Rio Hondo College online application which includes supplemental questions • Résumé/Curriculum Vitae
PAPER APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS SENT VIA MAIL, FAX OR EMAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. NOTE THAT ALL CORRESPONDENCE, INCLUDING INTERVIEW INVITATIONS, WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires the District obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes his/her right to work in the United States. Successful candidate is responsible for verifying all prior work experience and providing all academic transcripts for purposes of salary placement.
As a condition of employment, the selected applicant must provide a set of fingerprints at the applicant's expense taken by an official LiveScan agency. Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial employment. The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment.
For positions requiring a valid California driver's license, proof of insurability is required.
Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for position) or the interview, please notify the Human Resources Office. A copy of this announcement will be provided in Braille to visually impaired applicants upon request.
Commitment to Diversity All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
Cancel RTF Policy WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE-OPEN, RE-ADVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES.
EEO Statement Rio Hondo College is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Please list your training and/or experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this lead food service worker position. Please include place of employment, duties, dates of employment and whether it was full-time or part-time. Open Ended Question
At the Rio Hondo Child Development Center meals are prepared daily from scratch using recipes. Tell us about your experience adjusting recipes for large groups and/or creating your own meals or baked goods. Open Ended Question
Please describe your experience with cooking foods that represent diverse cultures. Open Ended Question
Give an example of a menu for one day that includes breakfast, lunch and a snack that follows the federal Child and Adult Food Program government guidelines. Open Ended Question
Do you currently hold an approved First Aid/CPR certificate? If so, please attach a copy in the section "Documents needed to apply" under Other Documents. Yes No
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents • License or Credential • Other Documents