LOS ALAMITOS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
PERSONNEL COMMISSION An Equal

10293 Bloomfield Street  Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Phone: (562) 799-4700  Fax: (562) 799-4712 Opportunity

www.losal.org
Employer

CLASSIFIED EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT – SATELLITE CAFETERIA

POSITION DETAILS SALARY ISSUE DATE: 12/6/2023
32.5 hours per week, 9.5 months per year $20.75 - $25.21 hourly APPLICATION DEADLINE: 12/22/2023
Fringe Benefits Package WRITTEN EXAM: 1/9/2023
Vacancy: Weaver Elementary School ENTATIVE ORAL EXAM: 1/12/2023

RECRUITMENT TYPE
Dual Certification - This employment opportunity is available to anyone who qualifies. A single eligibility list based on rank order will be
generated from this recruitment. Current classified employees who qualify will be given seniority credit.
POSITION BENEFITS
Pay increases: The first pay increase occurs after one year if the employee passes the probationary period. Pay increases occur
annually thereafter, until top step is reached.
Benefits: This position includes a fringe benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, sick time, vacation time, and
paid holidays; dependent coverage available.
BASIC FUNCTION
Under general direction of the Director of Food Services or designee, organize and participate in the preparation and serving of hot and
cold menu items received from the Central Kitchen; maintain school cafeteria in a clean and sanitary manner and prepare reports as
directed. Order, receive and store food and supplies, train staff under direct guidelines. Commitment to Los Alamitos Unified School
District’s mission, vision and priority goals. Excellent communication/interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and work closely with a
wide range of stakeholders.
Complete Job Description available at www.losal.org under Job Opportunities/Classified Job Descriptions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
Some high school
One year of experience in quantity food preparation and service
Must possess a valid Manager ServSafe Certificate required by the local Health Department

APPLICATION & EXAMINATION PROCESS
Application:

Complete a Los Alamitos Unified School District Classified Application which can be accessed at www.losal.org under the Job
Opportunities link. Completed applications must be submitted electronically through www.losal.org by the deadline date noted on this job
flyer. NO PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED!
Be sure your application reflects all relevant experience, paid or volunteer. Attach a supplemental resume or other description of
experience if it is not adequately described on your application.

Examination:
Applications may be screened to select the most qualified candidates.
The examination will consist of:
A - Written job knowledge exam (30% of Total Score)

B - Structured oral exam (70% of Total Score)

Some classifications require you to pass a physical examination. This examination is at the district’s expense and the appointment is not
assured until you have passed this examination. Applicants must attain a passing score of 70% on each part of the examination in order
to be placed on the eligibility list. Should a large number of candidates pass the written exam, a higher passing score than 70% may be
required to progress. Application & Examination detailsalong with information about the merit system are available on the Los Alamitos
USD Personnel Commission website at www.losal.org under Human Resources/Personnel Commission.

Candidates who pass the written and panel interview will be placed on an eligibility list valid for six (6) months.

The Los Alamitos Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, ethnic group
identification, marital/parental status, physical/mental disability, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender/gender identity or

expression or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person/group with one or more of these
actual or perceived characteristics.