Nutrition Services Chef at Westminster School District
About the Employer
WSD Vision: Leading the way as the premier Pre K-8th grade school district in Orange County, CA by providing exceptional and innovative experiences where all learners thrive. WSD Mission: It is our collective responsibility to educate and empower all students to pursue excellence through a distinctive, rigorous, and engaging academic experience. The Westminster School District, located in West Orange County, operates 17 schools: 13 elementary sites, three middle schools, and one site which provides preschool programs. The District has approximately 1,100 employees. The Westminster School District is recognized for high academic achievement and serves about 8,200 students, grades Preschool-8th. The district offers a broad scope of supplemental instructional programs including two dual immersion programs, GATE academy, music and band, exploratory STEAM/Coding programs, and state-of-the-art science and art facilities. Modern library-media centers, integration of technology, and specialized instruction help provide a well-balanced and rigorous curriculum to support students to become innovative, critical thinkers who readily adapt to a rapidly changing 21st-century environment.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The WSD Nutrition Services Department is looking for passionate, reliable individuals to support our school cafeteria operations and help provide nutritious meals to students each day. This role is ideal for those with an interest in large-scale food services or culinary experience who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and take pride in delivering great customer service to students and staff. As part of the National School Lunch Program, attention to detail, food safety, and strict compliance with program regulations are essential. Your work will directly support student health, focus, and success in the classroom.
Requirements / Qualifications
THE POSITION: Under the general direction of the Nutrition Services Head Chef/Operations Specialist, performs large-quantity cooking and skilled baking operations in the preparation of student and staff meals at the District’s Nutrition Center or a school site kitchen. May assist with baking and catering. Maintains assigned areas in a clean and sanitary condition; performs other related work as required. Full-time position 30 hours per week/10 months per year 6 am to 12:30 pm (M-F) Benefit Package
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Any combination of training and experience, which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities for carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position. A typical way of achieving this would be a high school diploma or equivalent. Culinary Education preferred. Experience: One (1) year of responsible paid experience in volume food preparation, baking, and cooking of a wide variety of main dish items in an institutional food service operation. Work history which indicates an ability to work regularly, on time, and perform effectively. Documents required:
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
THE POSITION: Under the general direction of the Nutrition Services Head Chef/Operations Specialist, performs large-quantity cooking and skilled baking operations in the preparation of student and staff meals at the District’s Nutrition Center or a school site kitchen. May assist with baking and catering. Maintains assigned areas in a clean and sanitary condition; performs other related work as required. Full-time position 30 hours per week/10 months per year 6 am to 12:30 pm (M-F) Benefit Package
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Any combination of training and experience, which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities for carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position. A typical way of achieving this would be a high school diploma or equivalent. Culinary Education preferred. Experience: One (1) year of responsible paid experience in volume food preparation, baking, and cooking of a wide variety of main dish items in an institutional food service operation. Work history which indicates an ability to work regularly, on time, and perform effectively. Documents required:
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
(1) Possession and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s License.
(2) A dependable mode of personal motorized transportation for use in transporting food and supplies, as necessary or required. Insurability by the District’s liability insurance carrier.
(3) Within the first year of employment, one must obtain a Food Safety Manager Certification from a recognized provider approved by the Department of Health Services. The certificate must be renewed prior to the expiration date.
Written and Oral exam notifications will be sent through the edjoin email.
It will be your responsibility to check your email for the next step in the recruitment process because this is the only form of communication that you will receive.
Often, applicants miss sent emails because spam and junk emails are not checked.
Comments and Other Information
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
(1) Possession and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s License.
(2) A dependable mode of personal motorized transportation for use in transporting food and supplies, as necessary or required. Insurability by the District’s liability insurance carrier.
(3) Within the first year of employment, one must obtain a Food Safety Manager Certification from a recognized provider approved by the Department of Health Services. The certificate must be renewed prior to the expiration date.
Written and Oral exam notifications will be sent through the edjoin email.
It will be your responsibility to check your email for the next step in the recruitment process because this is the only form of communication that you will receive.
Often, applicants miss sent emails because spam and junk emails are not checked.
Application Deadline
5/27/2025 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/8/2025
Contact
Cynthia Torres
714-894-7311 x1171
714-894-7311 x1171
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay Range
$4,111 - $4,996 Monthly
$4,111 - $4,996 Monthly
Length of Work Year
10 months
Employment Type
Full Time