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Chef

Occidental, CA · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

Prepare meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks based on menu selection as directed by Food Service Director * Supervise and oversee shifts and staff, ensuring quality preparation of all meals\

Performs a variety of tasks to ensure proper set up and delivery of meals and supplies for patient and non-patient food service. Assembles patient meals (tray line) accurately and according to diet ...

Food Service Worker

Sonoma, CA · On-site

$20.71 - $26.93/hr

Overview Performs a variety of tasks to ensure proper set up and delivery of meals and supplies for patient and non-patient food service. Responsibilities Assembles patient meals (tray line ...

Chef

Occidental, CA · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

Prepare meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks based on menu selection as directed by Food Service Director * Supervise and oversee shifts and staff, ensuring quality preparation of all meals

Food Service Worker

Sonoma, CA · On-site

$20.71 - $26.93/hr

Overview Performs a variety of tasks to ensure proper set up and delivery of meals and supplies for patient and non-patient food service. Responsibilities Assembles patient meals (tray line ...

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How much do food service director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for food service director in Santa Rosa, CA is $72,830.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,700.00 and $84,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by food service directors in managing large teams across multiple locations?

Food Service Directors who oversee large teams across multiple locations often face challenges such as maintaining consistent food quality and safety standards, ensuring effective communication among team members, and managing logistics for supply ordering and inventory. Balancing administrative duties with on-site supervision can also be demanding, especially when addressing staffing shortages or unexpected operational issues. Successful directors leverage strong organizational skills and effective delegation to create cohesive teams and streamline processes across all locations.

What is a food service director?

Food Service Directors are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations of food service establishments, such as cafeterias, hospitals, schools, or corporate dining facilities. They manage staff, budgets, and menu planning to ensure food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Their duties often include supervising food preparation, ensuring compliance with health regulations, ordering supplies, and implementing policies to improve efficiency and service. Food Service Directors play a key role in hiring and training employees and may also interact with clients or customers to address concerns and feedback. Their leadership ensures smooth and efficient food service operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food service director?

To thrive as a Food Service Director, you need strong leadership abilities, organizational skills, and a background in food service management, often supported by a degree in hospitality or related field. Familiarity with inventory management systems, food safety certifications (such as ServSafe), and budgeting software is typically required. Exceptional communication, team-building, and problem-solving skills help you motivate staff and ensure excellent customer experiences. These competencies are crucial for maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and operational efficiency in food service establishments.
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Infographic showing various Food Service Director job openings in Santa Rosa, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,830 per year, or $35 per hour.

Food Service Worker III at Child Nutrition Services (1.00 FTE- 8 hours/day) #1098 #1091 #2397

Santa Rosa City Schools

Santa Rosa, CA • On-site

$20.77/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

About the Employer
Welcome to Santa Rosa City Schools where we embrace, engage and empower all students. Our vision is that SRCS will send students into the world empowered to find purpose, think critically, embrace diversity, work together, and adapt to our changing planet, and live healthy and fulfilling lives. Our mission is that SRCS ensures equitable access to a transformative educational experience grounded in the assets of our students, staff, and community. We nurture the whole student in an engaging, challenging, and safe environment. We recognize and value each student's individuality and our community's cultural wealth. As we prepare our students for their futures as citizens of the 21st century, we remain committed to hiring exceptional staff to lead and support this work.
EMBRACE---ENGAGE---EMPOWER
Job Summary
Additional other duties as assigned related to emergency, crisis and/or pandemic.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
Santa Rosa City Schools
FOOD SERVICE WORKER III
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Food Service Director, coordinate the operation of a Middle school lunch serving area and snack bar.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Positions allocated to this class are assigned responsibility for the efficient operation of the lunch serving facilities and snack bar at a Middle school. In addition, incumbents direct one subordinate worker and 8-12 student workers; and perform additional food preparation, serving, and cleaning duties.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
1. Set up snack bar and student and faculty lunch serving facilities for operation each day.
2. Heat and assemble hamburgers, corndogs, pizzas, spaghetti, chili, nacho cheese, garlic bread, hot dogs, and burritos.
3. Prepare salads, fruit and other items for boxed lunches for cafeteria.
4. Heat and serve lunches transported from Central Kitchen.
5. Receive cash and lunch tickets and keep required records.
6. Order, inventory and store snack bar and cafeteria supplies.
7. Determine combination of food items for boxed lunches; assemble boxed lunches.
8. Review snack bar inventory and complete cash accounting forms.
9. Supervise and participate in cleaning of utensils, dishes, trays, and cafeteria and snack bar equipment.
10. Complete student worker payroll forms monthly.
11. Count cash or verify count and prepare bank deposit forms daily; take bank deposit to bank.
12. Maintain records and prepare reports.
13. Communicate with parents and staff as necessary.
14. Hire student workers and supervise completion of all required employment records.
15. Perform related duties as assigned.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Basic principles of supervision and training; basic methods of preparing, packaging, and serving foods in large quantities; kitchen utensils and equipment; food handling techniques and kitchen sanitation; methods of cleaning and maintaining food service areas, utensils, and equipment; basic arithmetic.
ABILITY TO:
Operate appliances and equipment found in school cafeterias; and snack bars; prepare and maintain records; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; read and write at the level necessary to perform the above duties; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; supervise others; count money and supplies accurately; work according to a schedule; work under deadlines and time pressures.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to two years of experience in preparing and serving large quantities of food. Courses in food service preparation, sanitation and safety desirable.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Food preparation environment subject to heat, lifting, stooping and standing.
Board Approved: June 8, 1982
ma: 6/01
Requirements / Qualifications
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 recent letters of recommendation )

Comments and Other Information
CONSIDERED A DISASTER SERVICE WORKER AND/OR ESSENTIAL WORKER DURING EMERGENCY, CRISIS AND/OR PANDEMIC.
Applications must be fully completed in order to be considered.
The Santa Rosa City Schools District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived characteristics of race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or lactation, including related medical conditions and recovery; parental, family, or marital status; reproductive health decision-making; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex (including sexual harassment); sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; veteran or military status; genetic information; affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America; a perception of one or more such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For questions, concerns, or complaints, contact the District Equity Compliance Officer and Title IX Compliance Officer:
(For Students) Stacy Desideri, Executive Director, Wellness & Engagement | 707-890-3800 x80413 | sdesideri@srcs.k12.ca.us
(For Employees) Vicki Zands, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources | 707-890-3800 x80602 | vzands@srcs.k12.ca.us
Section 504 Coordinator: Angela Bonner, School Psychologist | 707-890-3920 x80898 | abonner@srcs.k12.ca.us
ADA/Title II Coordinator: Roderick Castro, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services | 707-890-3800 x80305 | rcastro@srcs.k12.ca.us
110 Stony Point Road, Suite 210, Santa Rosa, CA 95401