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(26-27) Nutrition Services Assistant II @ Various Sites (Valley Schools Only) at Hemet Unified School District Share on X Print Application Deadline 8/18/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/11/2026 Contact Sonia Orendain 951-765-5100 2230 Number of Openings 2 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info Range 21 | $21.25 to $25.84 per hour Length of Work Year School Session | Various hours per day, 5 days per week | Please read entire job posting for relevant schedule information. Employment Type Part Time Work Schedule Please read entire job posting for relevant schedule information. About the Employer Hemet Unified School District is one of the largest geographic areas of any district in California

It covers over 650 square miles of very diverse topography; from valley flatlands to foothills to mountains. It serves a growing community with a current enrollment of nearly 21,000 students. Preschool centers at nine school locations, eleven elementary schools (K-5), three elementary/ middle schools (K-8), four middle schools (6-8), four comprehensive high schools (9-12), one continuation high school (11-12), a science-based charter Middle/High School (6-12), an Adult Education Center, Independent Study Programs, a Home School Program, and a self-paced online instruction program offer a wide variety of learning opportunities for students of all ages.

Educational programs are designed to be flexible enough to provide a positive educational environment for all students, yet structured enough to ensure attainment of the California Content Standards and A-G requirements. Students also are encouraged to use whatever creative talents they possess. With the support of the community, school staffs have developed highly successful programs in music, agriculture, and athletics.

Job Description / Essential Elements: Print HEMET UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 1791 WEST ACACIA AVENUE HEMET, CA 92545 NUTRITION SERVICES ASSISTANT II JOB SUMMARY Personnel in this position are assigned to a school cafeteria and perform their duties under the direct supervision of the cafeteria manager; may assist in the receiving, storing, preparing, selling, and serving of foods in a school cafeteria in accordance with prescribed menus, established procedures, and safe food-handling practices; maintain food service facilities and equipment in a clean, sanitary, and orderly condition; knowledge of and competency in performing the duties assigned to the cafeteria manager and willing and available to function in their absence; and do other related work as may be necessary. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ~ Assist in the planning, receiving, storing, preparing, selling, and serving of hot and cold food items in accordance with prescribed menus and established procedures ~ Ensure the distribution of safe food by practicing established safe food-handling techniques and procedures. ~ Follow department's standard operating procedures.

~ Perform cashiering duties to include operating point-of-sale terminals, collecting money, making correct change, keeping records and determining daily sales. ~ Operate a variety of equipment, utensils and machines used in school cafeterias including, but not limited to, commercial ovens, rethermalization units, food warmers, microwave ovens and steamers. ~ Wash dishes, utensils, pots and pans.

~ Clean, rinse and sanitize counter tops and kitchen equipment. ~ Periodically sweep and mop floors and clean hoods and filters. ~ Follow safe and sanitary procedures and practices.

~ Perform simple maintenance. ~ Report unsafe, unsanitary conditions or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor. ~ Implement portion control and assist in monitoring student meals to ensure USDA compliance for a reimbursable meal.

~ Comply with the District's code of ethics. ~ Operate point-of-sale terminals and/or computer. ~ Supervise student workers.

~ Accurately complete and submit menu production work sheets on a daily basis. ~ Assure proper cleanliness and maintenance of equipment and small wares. ~ Knowledge of Cafeteria Manager's responsibilities.

~ Assume the duties of the cafeteria manager during absences ~ Perform the main food preparation functions. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS KNOWLEDGE OF: ~ Principles and methods of quantity food preparation, distribution, and storage. ~ Institutional kitchen equipment and utensils.

~ Safe food-handling practices and procedures in accordance with HACCP guidelines. ~ Basic arithmetic, measures and record keeping. ~ Work simplification methodology.

~ Computers and programs. ABILITY TO: ~ Operate a variety of cafeteria and kitchen equipment, utensils, measuring devices and machines. ~ Read and follow recipes.

~ Count money, make change and operate or learn to operate a computerized cash register. ~ Perform simple mathematical calculations, count money and make change with speed and accuracy. ~ Complete assignments within the allotted time with minimal supervision.

~ Independently perform assigned responsibilities on own initiative without close supervision. ~ Understand and use work simplification methods to maximize production. ~ Exhibit manual dexterity including the simultaneous use of both hands and arms.

~ Work in a wide range of temperatures. ~ Remain focused on tasks and maintain work pace. ~ Accept new ideas and changes enthusiastically.

~ Understand and follow written and oral instructions, including recipes, procedures and correspondence. ~ Follow directions and prescribed work practices. ~ Keep and maintain records.

~ Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. ~ Be flexible to changing work schedules and patterns. ~ Maintain good personal hygiene.

~ Adhere to established dress code and district appearance standards. ~ Support district standards and operating procedures. ~ Be punctual and maintain a good attendance record.

~ Support team members. ~ Maintain Serv Safe certification. ~ Follow detailed instruction as outlined on the menu production worksheets.

EDUCATION High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above. EXPERIENCE One to three months related experience and/or training; school food service experience preferred. REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES Current County of Riverside food workers certificate; Serv Safe certificate must be obtained within 3 months.

Valid California driver's license. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position must perform in carrying out the essential functions listed above. Physical Demands: Stand, bend, & twist (up to continuously); reach, push, pull, look downward (frequently); walk, stoop, kneel (occasionally); squat, climb, operate foot controls (infrequently); lift/carry up to 55 pounds (frequently); grasp/manipulate food items/equipment (frequently); use seeing, hearing (continuously) and speaking (occasionally).

Working Conditions: Work indoors & outdoors, may travel to alternate sites. Exposure to: cold/heat from freezers, refrigerators and ovens/warmers, cooking noises and odors, electrically/mechanically/gas operated equipment, cleaning fluids, including but not limited to bleach and detergents; student noise and behaviors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS Bargaining unit position Revised April 12, 2007 Classified Bargaining Unit positions in the Hemet Unified School District are subject to an agency fee arrangement. All applicants are subject to a fingerprint clearance (at applicant's expense) through the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation (DOJ/FBI). Authorization for employment will not be granted until the fingerprint clearance from DOJ/FBI has been accepted.

This process takes approximately two (2) to five (5) working days. Requirements / Qualifications Current Vacancies: CL119916 @ Hemet Dual Language Academy | 5.0 hours per day | M to F - 8 am to 1:30 pm CL119918 @ Winchester Elementary School | 5.5 hours per day | M, T, TH, F - 7:15 am to 1:15 pm & W - 6:45 am to 12:45 pm Selected candidates will be offered position based on site/departmnet needs. Legible and valid proof of EACH of the following item(s) MUST be attached to your application: A) Updated Resume | Detailed, updated resume (relevant to this position) and work experience information is REQUIRED, as it will be factored for the recruitment process and salary placement If we are unable to open your attachment, you will be screened out

We recommend uploading in PDF or Word. **We recommend working on a desktop to complete and submit your application, as you may encounter issues working on a mobile device.** Please note: Failure to attach ALL required documents will cause you to be screened out. Failure to submit a complete application, including two (2) references with contact information, will cause you to be screened out

Documents received in person, via email or fax, and/or after the deadline will NOT be considered. Only the most qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Requirements / Qualifications Current Vacancies: CL119916 @ Hemet Dual Language Academy | 5.0 hours per day | M to F - 8 am to 1:30 pm CL119918 @ Winchester Elementary School | 5.5 hours per day | M, T, TH, F - 7:15 am to 1:15 pm & W - 6:45 am to 12:45 pm Selected candidates will be offered position based on site/departmnet needs

Legible and valid proof of EACH of the following item(s) MUST be attached to your application: A) Updated Resume | Detailed, updated resume (relevant to this position) and work experience information is REQUIRED, as it will be factored for the recruitment process and salary placement If we are unable to open your attachment, you will be screened out. We recommend uploading in PDF or Word. **We recommend working on a desktop to complete and submit your application, as you may encounter issues working on a mobile device.** Please note: Failure to attach ALL required documents will cause you to be screened out

Failure to submit a complete application, including two (2) references with contact information, will cause you to be screened out. Documents received in person, via email or fax, and/or after the deadline will NOT be considered. Only the most qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

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