Food Service Assistant I - Cafeteria, Steele Canyon High School - CP26-014899 at Grossmont Union High School District
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Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
6/4/2026
Contact
Vince Scimone
644-8140
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$18.17 - $20.01 Per Hour
Add''l Salary Info
Classified Salary Range: 27
Length of Work Year
203 days; Monday - Friday, 3.5 hours per day
Employment Type
Part Time
LOCATION / SITE:
Cafeteria, Steele Canyon High School
JOB #:
CP26-014899
About the Employer
The Grossmont Union High School District is dedicated to providing a safe and collaborative learning environment which supports academic achievement and social development for all students. The Grossmont District operates on the premise that success for every student is dependent upon all groups in the organization including teachers, administrators, parents, staff, students, and the community working together to support all students in their development as life-long learners, thinkers, and successful contributors of the community. The Grossmont Union High School District shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying against and individual or group based on the employee''s actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (GUHSD Board Policy 4030).
Job Summary
Job Summary
The job of Food Service Assistant I is done for the purpose/s of preparing and distributing food items for consumption by students and school personnel and maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition. Incumbents in this classification provide students and staff with clean and sanitary facilities which directly support learning. This job reports to Director, Food Services.
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JOB DESCRIPTION Grossmont Union High School District FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT I Purpose Statement: The job of Food Service Assistant I is done for the purpose/s of preparing and distributing food items for consumption by students and school personnel and maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition. Incumbents in this classification provide students and staff with clean and sanitary facilities which directly support learning. This job reports to Director, Food Services Essential Functions • Arranges food and beverage items (e.g. placing in steam tables, displaying, filling racks, etc.) for the purpose of making them available to students and staff. • Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions. • Collects payments for food items (e.g. cash, free/reduced meal offset, etc.) for the purpose of securing funds for reimbursement of items selected. • Inspects food items and/or supplies for the purpose of verifying quantity and specifications of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements. • Loads carts for the purpose of ensuring that food and/or beverage items are available for delivery to other sites. • Oversees student workers for the purpose of providing guidance in their job functions. • Prepares daily item counts and associated reports for the purpose of providing documentation for items served. • Prepares food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional and projected meal requirements. • Reconciles cash transactions and item counts for the purpose of balancing financial and daily inventory accounts. • Responds to inquiries of students, staff and the public for the purpose of providing information and/or direction regarding the type and/or cost of meals. • Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel. • Stocks food, condiments and supplies (e.g. checks for expiration dates, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items. • Transports food items, supplies and/or equipment to various satellite school cafeterias and other off-campus locations for the purpose of delivering requested items to designated sites in a timely manner. Other Functions • Assists in preparing food items (e.g. main dishes, salads, fruits, sandwiches, cookies, cakes, bread, rolls, etc.) for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional and projected meal requirements. • Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in quantity food preparation; and preparing and maintaining accurate records. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read and follow instructions; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: health standards and hazards; quantity cooking; handling cash; and safety practices and procedures. ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. In working with others, Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: working as part of a team; communicating with diverse groups; and working with children. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job''s functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization's services. Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job''s functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 0% sitting, 50% walking, and 50% standing. The job is performed under with some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions. Experience Job related experience is desired. Education High School diploma or equivalent. Required Testing As required for position Certificates & Licenses Food Handler''s Certificate Continuing Educ. / Training None Specified Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance; TB Clearance FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade Non Exempt 11/10/2005 Unit II 27
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: Job related experience is desired. Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Certificates & Licenses: Food Handler''s Certificate.
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: Job related experience is desired. Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Certificates & Licenses: Food Handler''s Certificate.
Comments and Other Information
Join the GUHSD team! Guided by its core values of caring, collaboration, and innovation, the Grossmont Union High School District exists for empower each GUHSD student to build the best future.
Comments and Other Information
Join the GUHSD team! Guided by its core values of caring, collaboration, and innovation, the Grossmont Union High School District exists for empower each GUHSD student to build the best future.
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THE GROSSMONT UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Grossmont Union High School District is a suburban high school district encompassing 470 square miles in the eastern portion of San Diego County. Major cities located in the District's attendance area are El Cajon, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and Santee, and the unincorporated areas of Spring Valley, Alpine, Lakeside, Dulzura, and Jamul.
There are approximately 22,000 students attending the District’s nine comprehensive high schools, two charter schools, one continuation school, alternative, and special education programs. The District also operates a very comprehensive adult school and Regional Occupational Program. Approximately 52 percent of the high school students are white and 48 percent come from Latino, African-American, Asian, Filipino, Chaldean/Arabic, Pacific Islander, and Native American backgrounds. The approximately 2200 full-time employees in the District, combined with hundreds of hourly employees, make the District the largest employer in East County. The schools located in the Grossmont District are Grossmont, El Cajon Valley, Mount Miguel, El Capitan, Granite Hills, Monte Vista, Santana, Valhalla, and West Hills and Alternative Education Programs such as Chaparral High School, Gateway, Middle College High School and Phoenix Programs.
The Grossmont District provides a quality educational program for its students and has a reputation for excellence throughout the state. The District continues to modify and improve its instructional program to meet the needs of the students it serves. Teacher collaboration through Professional Learning Communities increased opportunities for students in career/technical programs, comprehensive intervention programs for at-risk students, and expanded community partnerships are but a few of the programs that are benefiting our students. Last year, every comprehensive high school in the District showed positive growth in its individual API score and met requirements for AYP.
Equity and Access for All Students
All students will have access to a high quality, supportive, educational experience.
Grossmont Union High School District Believes, Supports, & Expects:
A. All students will be educated in an emotionally and physically safe, supportive environment.
B. All students will be placed in appropriate courses with critical monitoring of student achievement.
C. Systematic support will be implemented to ensure success for every student.
D. All students will be actively engaged and challenged to achieve their personal, educational,
and career goals.
E. All students will have access to an array of
curricular & extended curricular activities.
Collaborative Learning Environment
All staff will contribute to collaborative teams in a mutually supportive and trusting environment.
Grossmont Union High School District Believes, Supports, & Expects:
A. Staff will set goals for student achievement that are specific, measurable, attainable, challenging, results-oriented, and time-bound.
B. Teachers will collaborate and reflect on classroom policies, practices, curriculum, and instructional strategies to ensure equity for all students.
C. Significant recognition and celebration of individual and collective achievements will occur.
D. Parents will take an active role in the education of their children, including monitoring. academic performance and working with staff to maximize their child’s educational experience.
Grossmont Union High School District
1100 Murray Dr., El Cajon, CA 92020
P.O. Box 1043, La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 644-8000
FAX (619) 644-3537
www.guhsd.net
Community Engagement
Grossmont Union High School District values the importance of collaborative relationships with its extended community.
Grossmont Union High School District Believes, Supports, & Expects:
A. The Governing Board, Superintendent, and staff will engage the community with a common
message and purpose.
B. Articulation with partner districts, community colleges, and universities will be on-going.
C. The business community will be encouraged to continue taking an active role in the development of career/technical education and work-related experiences.
D. Collaborative work with the community and civic-based organizations will occur to coordinate
resources for student, family, and community needs.
E. Communication with parents and the community will be expanded.