Food Service Assistant

Only online applications will be accepted:

Recruitment will close without warning when sufficient applications have been received.

OPEN and CONTINUOUS recruitment to establish an eligibility list, fill vacancies, and hire substitutes. Substitutes work on an as‑needed basis to fill in for absent employees. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list.

Positions in this classification are part‑time, 17.5 hours per week, 11 months/184 work days per year.

The recruitment process will consist of a written and an oral technical interview. Testing may occur on a weekly basis. Qualified applicants will be notified by email.

The Downey Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation;

or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Downey Unified School District will provide you with one upon notice.

• Assist in the preparation and serving of food items at an assigned school cafeteria or snack bar.
• Clean and sanitize food service equipment, utensils, and serving areas.
• Perform basic cashiering duties.
• Assist in the preparation of food items following standard recipes and procedures.
• Chop, slice, mix, grate and assemble food items for sandwiches, salads and main dishes.
• Assist in preparing main dishes and entrees; check recipes and estimate or measure quantities needed.
• Bake items as needed.
• Carry and position food for serving; serve food items to students, faculty and staff; apportion fruits, vegetables and other items according to established guidelines; replenish condiments and supplies for the serving areas.
• Clean dishes, trays, pots, pans, utensils and kitchen equipment; wash serving and food preparation areas.
• Perform cashiering duties as assigned; receive cash and make change.
• Keep records of food and beverage sold.
• Operate a variety of kitchen equipment including mixer, slicer, steamer, warmer, ovens and others.
• Operate computer programs such as software for point of sale transactions, professional development, mandated trainings, and email programs.
• Follow and observe all safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Assist in storage and inventory of food, food services supplies and equipment.
• May record and store deliveries, maintain records of cooler and food temperatures in accordance with regulations.
• May be required to deliver food product to school sites.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Methods of preparing and serving sandwiches, salads, vegetables and other foods for cooking and consumption.
• Measurements, weights and serving size portions.
• Proper methods for storing equipment, food, and supplies.
• Sanitation and safety practices related to cooking and serving food, including safe and proper temperatures of heated foods.
• Standard kitchen equipment, utensils and measurements.
• Basic methods used in cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, utensils, appliances and facilities.
• Basic record‑keeping techniques.

• Prepare and set up food for service to students and staff in a fast‑paced environment.
• Serve food to students and staff according to established procedures.
• Maintain food service equipment and facilities in clean and sanitary conditions.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment, appliances and utensils in a safe and…