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Food and Nutrition Assistant I

Poway Unified School District
San Diego, CA Part Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/30/2026

Food and Nutrition Assistant I at Poway Unified School District

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Application Deadline

6/30/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted
1/9/2026
Number of Openings
3
Salary
Pay Range
$17.81 - $22.79 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
9.5 months
Employment Type
Part Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist in quantity preparation, packaging and serving of foods at an assigned school site; assist in maintaining nutrition centers, equipment and utensils in a clean, safe and sanitary condition; assist in the set up of serving areas; and perform cashiering and recordkeeping duties. The Food and Nutrition Assistant I classification performs basic and routine nutrition service preparation, service, and cashiering duties at secondary school nutrition centers.

Requirements / Qualifications

Valid Food Handler's Card issued by an authorized agency within 10 days of hire. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed in the classification description.

Current Vacancies: Black Mountain Middle, Design 39, Meadowbrook Middle, Mt. Carmel High, Oak Valley Middle, Poway High, Rancho Bernardo High, Twin Peaks Middle, Del Norte High, and West View High **Please note that the current and anticipated vacancies for this position are 3 - 3.75 hours per day, 9.5 months per year and do not include benefits** **Please note Food and Nutrition Assistant I positions are located at High School and Middle School sites ONLY** This video is being provided to give you a clear understanding of the nature of the position of Food and Nutrition Assistant I and its requirements. Please take the time to watch the video.* https://youtu.be/bEZZ2JHHBKw

Requirements / Qualifications

Valid Food Handler's Card issued by an authorized agency within 10 days of hire. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed in the classification description.

Current Vacancies: Black Mountain Middle, Design 39, Meadowbrook Middle, Mt. Carmel High, Oak Valley Middle, Poway High, Rancho Bernardo High, Twin Peaks Middle, Del Norte High, and West View High **Please note that the current and anticipated vacancies for this position are 3 - 3.75 hours per day, 9.5 months per year and do not include benefits** **Please note Food and Nutrition Assistant I positions are located at High School and Middle School sites ONLY** This video is being provided to give you a clear understanding of the nature of the position of Food and Nutrition Assistant I and its requirements. Please take the time to watch the video.* https://youtu.be/bEZZ2JHHBKw

Comments and Other Information

KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic food preparation methods including washing, cutting and assembling food items. Standard kitchen utensils and equipment. General kitchen sanitation and safety practices. Proper lifting techniques. Basic math and cashiering skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Oral and written communication skills. Basic record-keeping techniques. ABILITY TO: Prepare, produce, heat, package and serve a variety of foods in large quantities. Complete assignments within the allotted time with minimal supervision. Maintain standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and personal hygiene. Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Learn to operate a Point of Sale (POS) terminal. Perform cashiering duties, count money, and make change with speed and accuracy. Wash, cut, slice, grate, mix and assemble food items and ingredients. Read, write, and communicate at a level required for successful job performance. Understand and follow verbal and written directions. Perform basic record-keeping techniques. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Follow directions and prescribed work practices. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid Food Handler's Card issued by an authorized agency within 10 days of hire.

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KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic food preparation methods including washing, cutting and assembling food items. Standard kitchen utensils and equipment. General kitchen sanitation and safety practices. Proper lifting techniques. Basic math and cashiering skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Oral and written communication skills. Basic record-keeping techniques. ABILITY TO: Prepare, produce, heat, package and serve a variety of foods in large quantities. Complete assignments within the allotted time with minimal supervision. Maintain standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and personal hygiene. Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Learn to operate a Point of Sale (POS) terminal. Perform cashiering duties, count money, and make change with speed and accuracy. Wash, cut, slice, grate, mix and assemble food items and ingredients. Read, write, and communicate at a level required for successful job performance. Understand and follow verbal and written directions. Perform basic record-keeping techniques. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Follow directions and prescribed work practices. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid Food Handler's Card issued by an authorized agency within 10 days of hire.
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