Food and Nutrition Assistant I at Poway Unified School District Share on X      Print Application Deadline

6/30/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted 7/24/2025 Contact Ryan Graggs
858-521-2800 2796 Number of Openings 3 Salary Pay Range
$17.38 - $22.23 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.

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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, 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, 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. 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. Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY