Food Service Worker at La Canada Unified School District
About the Employer
“Our Success is Intentional” La Cañada Unified School District is a learning community committed to personal growth and academic excellence. All facets of the district work to ensure its success is intentional. Part of the fabric of the community, La Cañada schools inspire a national standard for high academic achievement, citizenship, and student well-being. LCUSD emphasizes safety, security, and a wide array of wellness offerings as a priority on each of its school campuses. The district operates three elementary schools and a combined grades 7-12 middle and high school. Current student enrollment is approximately 3,975 students, supported by 517 highly qualified employees. Each school in the district has developed a comprehensive Responsive Teaching Plan, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Plan, and has adopted Stanford’s Challenge Success initiative to ensure that all students receive appropriate tiers of support in mastering academic standards and in developing their social, emotional, and physical health and resilience. La Cañada Flintridge is home of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Descanso Gardens. The professional residents of La Cañada are attracted to the city because of its excellent schools and its strong community spirit. Parent participation and involvement in the schools are extensive as evidenced by a robust La Cañada Educational Foundation, which contributes over $2 million annually to the district, the active volunteerism and program support of the PTA at each school site, and the Spartan Boosters at LCHS grades 7-12. Approximately 95% of graduating seniors enroll in post-secondary schools, with students attending their best fit colleges and universities across the nation. All of our schools have been named National Blue Ribbon schools, with Palm Crest and Paradise Canyon Elementary Schools recognized in 2021. La Cañada High School 7/8 was named a National Forum “School to Watch” school four times, most recently in 2023. All LCUSD schools have been designated as California Distinguished Schools, with its three elementary schools recognized again in 2023.
Job Summary
Job Summary
A food service worker’s primary responsibilities are to assist in the preparation and serving of school meals and to maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen. At the time of posting, there is one open position at La Cañada High School. Interview candidates will be asked about the possibility of subbing in a food service worker position if the vacant position is filled.
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications: 1. Previous Experience: Experience in food service. Preferred: experience in cashiering. 2. Education: Equivalent to the completion of the eighth grade, high school equivalency desired. Work Year: 3.75 hours per day, Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. The work calendar is student instructional days plus two additional days (SY + 2), considered to be a total of ten (10) months. The first day of the SY + 2 work calendar is August 10, 2026, and the last day of work is June 3, 2027. A six-month probationary period must be passed before a new employee becomes permanent with the District. Salary: Placement on classified salary range 17 is dependent on previous experience as a food service worker. The monthly salary is disbursed in two paychecks, on the 10th and 25th of the month, September through mid-June. The wage range is $1,461.42 to $1,865.18 per month, which is commensurate to $17.99 to $22.95 per hour.
Benefits: This position does not meet the eligibility requirements to participate in the District's medical benefits plans. The items below are welcome but not required for an application to be considered. More information regarding this position may be viewed by clicking the "View Job Description" button.
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume (with references, including contact information)
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications: 1. Previous Experience: Experience in food service. Preferred: experience in cashiering. 2. Education: Equivalent to the completion of the eighth grade, high school equivalency desired. Work Year: 3.75 hours per day, Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. The work calendar is student instructional days plus two additional days (SY + 2), considered to be a total of ten (10) months. The first day of the SY + 2 work calendar is August 10, 2026, and the last day of work is June 3, 2027. A six-month probationary period must be passed before a new employee becomes permanent with the District. Salary: Placement on classified salary range 17 is dependent on previous experience as a food service worker. The monthly salary is disbursed in two paychecks, on the 10th and 25th of the month, September through mid-June. The wage range is $1,461.42 to $1,865.18 per month, which is commensurate to $17.99 to $22.95 per hour.
Benefits: This position does not meet the eligibility requirements to participate in the District's medical benefits plans. The items below are welcome but not required for an application to be considered. More information regarding this position may be viewed by clicking the "View Job Description" button.
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume (with references, including contact information)
Comments and Other Information
Application Procedure:
1. Applicants may submit a paper application (available by request at 818-952-8072) or a digital application through the job posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org/lcusd). The application should be accompanied by references and their contact information. Resumes and letters of recommendation are welcome but not required. Applications should be submitted to:
Carrie Hetzel, Executive Director of Personnel Services
La Cañada Unified School District
4490 Cornishon Avenue
La Cañada, CA 91011
2. As applications are received, selected candidates will be invited to interview in person with an interview panel.
Comments and Other Information
Application Procedure:
1. Applicants may submit a paper application (available by request at 818-952-8072) or a digital application through the job posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org/lcusd). The application should be accompanied by references and their contact information. Resumes and letters of recommendation are welcome but not required. Applications should be submitted to:
Carrie Hetzel, Executive Director of Personnel Services
La Cañada Unified School District
4490 Cornishon Avenue
La Cañada, CA 91011
2. As applications are received, selected candidates will be invited to interview in person with an interview panel.
Application Deadline
10/21/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/7/2026
Contact
Christine Golder
818-952-8072
818-952-8072
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
The wage range is $1,461.42 to $1,865.18 per month, which is commensurate to $17.99 to $22.95 per hour.
Length of Work Year
School Year + 2 Days, Aug. 10, 2026 - June 3, 2027
Employment Type
Part Time