Intermediate Nutrition Services Worker

Salary: $19.27 - $23.88 Hourly Location : Within the boundaries of the Long Beach Unified School District, CA Job Type: To fill future vacancies Job Number: 26-0158-5058 Department: Nutrition Services Branch Opening Date: 02/23/2026 Closing Date: 3/13/2026 4:30 PM Pacific Job Summary Please note: All applications must be submitted online. If you would like application assistance our office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Our office is located at 4400 Ladoga Ave., Lakewood, CA 90713. A separate application must be submitted if also applying for Senior Nutrition Services Worker. The eligibility list is being created to fill current and future vacancies as they occur. Positions in the classification are permanent 10 or 12-month positions and the hours can range from 5 to 8 hours per day and/or split shifts. Positions are located at school sites or the Central Kitchen. JOB SUMMARY Under close supervision, prepare, package and serve hot and cold menu items at an assigned school site or the central kitchen; maintain nutrition service facilities and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition; perform related duties as assigned. Examples of Duties The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification. Prepare, package and serve hot and cold menu items at an assigned school site or the central kitchen; maintain food quality standards including appearance and menu requirements. E Maintain nutrition service facilities and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition; clean serving counters, tables, chairs and nutrition service equipment; wash trays, pots, pans, utensils and serving equipment. E Participate in assembly line food preparation and packaging activities; open cans and other food containers; wash, cut, measure, scoop, mix and assemble food items such as main entrees, sandwiches and salads; inspect food for portion and quality control. E Package and wrap food items; remove food packs from assembly line and place on storage racks and carts; prepare items for delivery. E Assist in determining appropriate quantity of food items for preparation, heating and serving; grease pans; pan food and place trays in ovens and warmers; take and record temperatures of food in accordance with established procedures; transport food on carts. E Set up food items, trays, condiments and utensils at windows, carts, kiosks and counters; serve food to students and staff; perform cashiering duties; count money and make correct change; collect tickets. E Assist in assuring proper stock levels are maintained at serving windows and counters during meal service periods. E Count daily cafeteria, cart or remote point of sale cash receipts as assigned by the position; prepare related records. E Prepare, display, and sell snack food items at a student store as assigned by the position; maintain inventory of items; maintain records of items sold and cash collections. E Operate a computerized point of sale system; monitor student input of Personal Identification Numbers (PINs); scan student identification cards; input alternate meal selections as necessary; input daily sales data as assigned. E Estimate and order food and supplies needed for operation as assigned by the position; communicate with outside vendors and Nutrition Center staff regarding orders. E Count leftover items; operate a garbage disposal to dispose of leftover items; dispose of trash. E Operate nutrition service equipment such as slicers, strainers, mixers, warmers, ovens and can openers. E Pull bulk food and supplies from freezers, refrigerators and storage; receive, stock and rotate food to assure freshness and temperature control; check expiration dates; date food items. E Participate in site inventories; count milk and juice containers. E Assist supervisor with providing training and work direction to Nutrition Services Workers and student workers. E Serve as the Supervisor or Senior Nutrition Services Worker in the absence of the Supervisor or Senior Nutrition Services Worker as assigned by the position. E Attend a variety of meetings and in-service trainings; drive a vehicle to sites to conduct work as assigned by the position. E Perform related duties as assigned. Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Employment Standards Knowledge of: Methods and procedures for preparing and serving food in large quantities. Standard kitchen utensils and equipment. Sanitation and safety practices related to the handling and serving of food in large quantities. Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies. Health and safety regulations. Food preparation methods including washing, cutting and assembling food items. Basic math and cashiering skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Oral and written communication skills. Proper methods of food rotation and storage. Basic inventory methods. Basic record-keeping techniques. Basic principles and practices of training and providing work direction. Proper lifting techniques. Ability to: Maintain nutrition service equipment and areas in a clean and sanitary condition. Observe and follow health and safety regulations. Operate standard kitchen utensils and equipment. Operate a computerized point of sale system. Wash, cut, mix and assemble ingredients and food items. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Maintain a variety of records related to assigned activities. Perform cashiering duties and make change accurately. Meet schedules and time lines. Train and provide work direction and guidance to others. Education and Training: Completion of the eighth grade. Experience: Six months of food service experience or three months at the level of Nutrition Service Worker. Any other combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired skills, knowledge or abilities may be considered. Special Requirements Some positions in this classification may require a valid California Class C driver's license and incumbents in these positions will be required to obtain, at his/her own expense, and submit his/her motor vehicle driving record at the time of appointment. The record must meet and be maintained at the District's safe driving record standard. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the disqualification and/or rejection of the eligible regardless of any other standing. Valid Food Safety Manager certificate is desirable. If you have questions regarding your applications or the recruitment process you may contact: or 562-435-5708.Nondiscrimination Statement: The Long Beach Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, or bullying, targeted at any student or employee by anyone, based on the student or employees actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy and related conditions, parental status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Steve Rockenbach, Director of Employee Relations,1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8220, and Title IX Coordinator: Kimberly Dalton, Director of Human Resource Services, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8108, and 504 Coordinator: Jenny R. Acosta, Program Administrator, 2221 Argonne Ave, LB 90815, 562-986-6870, If you have questions regarding your applications or the recruitment process you may contact: or 562-435-5708.SELECTION PROCEDURE: The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or any combination of the following: screening of the applicant's training, background, and experience; evaluation of responses on a supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal oral examination; performance examination; or technical oral examination, scored on a job-related basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations. The District provides excellent medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits as well as an income protection plan for eligible Classified employees. For more information regarding health benefits please visit: Classified employees earn paid vacation at the initial rate of 14 days for full-time 12 month employees (.055 hour for each hour worked) and receive increases after 5, 10, and 15 years of service for a total of 21 days after 15 years. 12 month Classified employees earn 13 working days of sick leave each year which are accumulated indefinitely. Employees of other California school districts who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to LBUSD in accordance with the California Education Code. 12 month Classified employees receive 14 paid holidays per year. 01 Completion of the following supplemental questions is required of all applicants. This is considered a test component in the examination process. An evaluation of candidates' responses will be made by a screening panel following the application deadline. A limited number of candidates who best meet the needs of the District will be invited to continue in the examination process. It is important that your responses are clear and concise. Responses that are incomplete or unclear will not receive credit. Your Work Experience in the application must also include all of your recent and relevant experience in order for your application and supplemental to be considered. For those questions to which you have no response, please indicate "no response".DO NOT refer the reader to your resume. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completion of the required application or supplemental materials. Please answer by selecting "Yes" as confirmation that you read these instructions. Yes, I have read the instructions. 02 This position requires completion of the eighth grade. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No 03 This position requires six months of food service experience or three months at the level of Nutrition Service Worker. Please select how you meet the experience requirement.(This experience MUST be reflected in your application and work experience. Failure to provide this information clearly may disqualify you from moving forward with this recruitment) I have six (6) or more months of food service experience I have three (3) or more months of experience at the level of Nutrition Service Worker I possess limited experience, willing to learn 04 The following questions are tasks and working conditions that are a part of the daily routine of a Nutrition Services employee. I understand that if I am not willing to perform a task I will not be considered for the position. Please check "Yes, I understand" if you understand these instructions. Yes, I understand 05 Are you willing and able to maintain nutrition service facilities and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition? Yes No 06 Are you willing and able to clean serving counters, tables, chairs, refrigerators, food containers, ranges, ovens, food storage rooms, racks and floors? Yes No 07 Are you willing and able to scrape food that was not eaten off trays, rinse or wash a large number of dishes, large pots and pans and dispose of trash? Yes No 08 Are you willing and able to use standard kitchen utensils and equipment such as strainers, mixers, warmers, ovens, can openers, garbage disposals and dishwashers? Yes No 09 Are you willing and able to wash, cut, measure and scoop food items, assemble or mix ingredients and food items such as salads, sandwiches, cakes and grease pans? Yes No 10 Are you willing and able to operate a computerized point of sale system; perform cashiering duties; collect, count and record money and meal cards, and make correct change? Yes No 11 Are you willing and able to count leftover items and supplies? Yes No 12 Are you willing and able to pull bulk food and supplies from cold freezers, refrigerators and storage? Yes No 13 Are you willing and able to stand on cement floors for an entire work shift? Yes No 14 Are you willing and able to quickly serve food to a large number of people in a busy environment within a short period of time? Yes No 15 Are you willing and able to work in a hot, steamy room with no air conditioning? Yes No 16 Are you willing and able to lift, carry, push or pull moderately heavy trays, hot food carts, boxes and supplies weighing approximately 25 pounds and with assistance up to 50 pounds? Yes No 17 Are you willing and able to comply with dress and safety codes including the use/wearing of appropriate hair coverings, clothing, shoes and gloves? Yes No 18 Are you willing and able to work with exposure to cleaning chemicals and fumes while wearing personal protective gear such as gloves, goggles and an apron? Yes No 19 PLEASE NOTE: All notifications will be sent via email.Applicants must check their emails on a regular basis to find out their status on an application. Emails we send may be caught by spam filters and it is the responsibility of the applicant to check their spam/junk folder. I am aware I must check my emails, including spam/junk folder, on a regular basis to find out the status of my application. All notifications will be sent via email. 20 I understand that exam segments may be conducted online and may require access to a computer with an internet connection and Google Chrome or Firefox browsers. The exam components may also require access to a computer, smart phone, or tablet with internet connection and a video recording device. I understand that it is my responsibility to contact Personnel Commission immediately proceeding the exam invitation requiring such devices if I do not have access to the required technology. Yes, I understand Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04