Nutrition Services Cook I at Tulare City School District
About the Employer
Tulare City School District happily serves over 10,000 preschool through eighth-grade students enrolled at fifteen individual school sites. Our Board of Trustees, administration and staff are committed to the district's common expectation to "raise up caring, creative and confident children."
Job Summary
Job Summary
Tulare City School District is now accepting applications for the position of Nutrition Services Cook I. This is an 8 hour per day, 185-day per year position, Monday through Friday. Under the direction of the Nutrition Services Manager(s) (Kitchen Operations), will assist with various duties involved in preparing while using standardized recipes. Practice safe food handling while adhering to strict safety and sanitation procedures. Work closely with other Nutrition Services staff to ensure that meals meet nutritional standards, align with school policies, and cater to specific dietary needs. Maintain a production kitchen. Two years minimum experience in quantity food service preferred.
Requirements / Qualifications
To be considered, applicants MUST possess and attach the following documents. All required materials must be submitted with the application. High School Diploma or equivalent Valid ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent (California Health and Safety Code) food safety certification issue by an authorized agent (Ability to obtain within the first six months of employment and must maintain throughout the course of employment) Valid ServSafe Allergen Awareness Certification or equivalent (California Health and Safety Code) allergen awareness certification issued by an authorized agent (ability to obtain within the first six months of employment and must maintain throughout the course of employment); employment is contingent upon certification Valid California Driver’s license
Requirements / Qualifications
To be considered, applicants MUST possess and attach the following documents. All required materials must be submitted with the application. High School Diploma or equivalent Valid ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent (California Health and Safety Code) food safety certification issue by an authorized agent (Ability to obtain within the first six months of employment and must maintain throughout the course of employment) Valid ServSafe Allergen Awareness Certification or equivalent (California Health and Safety Code) allergen awareness certification issued by an authorized agent (ability to obtain within the first six months of employment and must maintain throughout the course of employment); employment is contingent upon certification Valid California Driver’s license
Comments and Other Information
EOE
This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion,
marital status, pregnancy, pregnancy status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to our Human Resources office.
This organization is a Drug-, Alcohol- and Tobacco-Free Workplace.
For questions or complaints, contact:
Equity Compliance Officer:
Equity Compliance Officer:
Tara Houston, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
600 N. Cherry * 559.685.7200
thouston@tcsdk8.org
Equity Compliance Officer:
Title IX Coordinator:
Tara Houston, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
600 N. Cherry * 559.685.7200
thouston@tcsdk8.org
Equity Compliance Officer:
Section 504 Coordinator:
Nicolette Myers, Coordinator (SPED Related Services)
600 N. Cherry * 559.685.7200
nmyers@tcsdk8.org
Comments and Other Information
EOE
This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion,
marital status, pregnancy, pregnancy status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to our Human Resources office.
This organization is a Drug-, Alcohol- and Tobacco-Free Workplace.
For questions or complaints, contact:
Equity Compliance Officer:
Equity Compliance Officer:
Tara Houston, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
600 N. Cherry * 559.685.7200
thouston@tcsdk8.org
Equity Compliance Officer:
Title IX Coordinator:
Tara Houston, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
600 N. Cherry * 559.685.7200
thouston@tcsdk8.org
Equity Compliance Officer:
Section 504 Coordinator:
Nicolette Myers, Coordinator (SPED Related Services)
600 N. Cherry * 559.685.7200
nmyers@tcsdk8.org
Application Deadline
6/26/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/17/2026
Contact
Human Resources Department
559-687-1535
559-687-1535
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$22.94 - $27.27 Per Hour
$22.94 - $27.27 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Employer Paid Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
Length of Work Year
185 days per year / M-F
Employment Type
Full Time