Cafeteria Cook / Baker Helper at Taft City Elementary School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under immediate supervision of the cook/baker and under general supervision of the Food Services Director, serves as assistant cook/baker in the preparation and serving of food. Assists in cleaning food service areas, utensils, dishwashers, and all equipment. Rotates stations on the serving line and prepares salads and dressings. Assists in doing daily paperwork and assumes duties of cook/baker in their absence. This position is assigned to the afternoon shift and will travel to various school sites within the District to provide food service for the districts after-school program. Travel between school sites during the workday is required.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: • High School Diploma or equivalent. • First aid card and CPR certification required. May be obtained within six months after hire. Experience: • At least six months in position as food handler, server, or preparer. • Experience working in and around food preparation areas, preferably in a school setting. Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice as well as a physical clearance are conditions of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.
In addition to submitting the application, qualified candidates should upload:
- Driver's License Copy
- Proof of HS Graduation
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: • High School Diploma or equivalent. • First aid card and CPR certification required. May be obtained within six months after hire. Experience: • At least six months in position as food handler, server, or preparer. • Experience working in and around food preparation areas, preferably in a school setting. Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice as well as a physical clearance are conditions of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.
In addition to submitting the application, qualified candidates should upload:
- Driver's License Copy
- Proof of HS Graduation
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
“Taft City School District is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Any individual needing assistance in completing an application for any opening should contact Human Resources.”
Comments and Other Information
“Taft City School District is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Any individual needing assistance in completing an application for any opening should contact Human Resources.”
Application Deadline
10/1/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/18/2026
Contact
Chelsey Voliva
6617631521 101002
6617631521 101002
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$18.37 - $22.33 Per Hour
$18.37 - $22.33 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Salary range paid in five steps.
Length of Work Year
6 hours day / 10 months per year
Employment Type
Part Time
Benefits
Benefits offered for employee and qualifying dependents.
Written Exam (if not already completed)
Contact District Office for exam date availability.
Work hours
Monday - Friday, 11:15 am - 5:45 pm