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Child Nutrition Worker

Oxnard School District
Oxnard, CA Part Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/27/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Nutrition Worker position at Oxnard School District?

Description

Current Vacancies:

6 Child Nutrition Worker positions 5 hours per day, 185 work days per year

This eligibility list will be valid for one year and will be used to fill any future vacancies during the time this list is active. Immediate need for substitute employees will be hired from this recruitment as well.

Under direction of the Director of Child Nutrition Services, performs a variety of duties related to child nutrition programs; assists in the preparation and serving of meals; maintains food service facilities in a clean and sanitary condition; collects money and make change; and performs a variety of duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Examples of Duties

  • Participates in the preparation and cooking of a wide variety of food items needed for student and staff breakfasts, lunches, a la carte sales, special events, and any other Child Nutrition programs; washes, slices, chops, and prepares fruits and vegetables; grates cheese; slices meat; prepares fruit cups; assembles and prepares a variety of sandwiches and wraps; heats various food items including frozen foods;
  • Sets up and disassembles serving areas and steam tables;
  • Sets up serving lines and serves food to students and staff;
  • Operates a point-of sale computer terminal to sell meals and food items; collects money and makes change from a cash box/drawer; sells a la carte and snack items without point-of-sale computer terminal as needed; may bag and prepare money for shipment to District office;
  • Count trays, milk, and other food items as assigned;
  • Maintains work areas in a clean and sanitary condition; washes and scours kitchen tables, benches, and dining areas; cleans kitchen utensils and equipment; sweeps and mops food preparation and storage areas and kitchen floors; cleans up spills and throws away trash;
  • Receives, checks, and stocks deliveries; ensures food items and supplies are stored properly;
  • Assists with monthly inventory as directed.

Other Related Duties

  • Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Please refer to the "Employment Standards" section of this bulletin to make sure you meet all requirements before applying. Applications for employment are accepted online only.

Employment Standards

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalency is desirable.

Experience: One year of food handling and preparation experience is desirable.

Special: A valid and current Food Safety Certificate approved by the State of California is desirable.

All licenses, certificates, and other requirements listed above are required at the time of employment and must be maintained during the course of employment unless otherwise noted.

Supplemental Information

This is a Dual Certification recruitment: Candidates who attain a passing score on each examination part will be placed in rank order on an eligibility list after promotional credits are added to the composite test scores of promotional candidates. These examinations are open to permanent employees and the public.

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Child Nutrition Worker

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The Board of Education is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, parental status, reproductive health, decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, 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.

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE: The Oxnard School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability or affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr. Scott Carroll, Acting Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator, 1051 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030, (805) 385-1501, scarroll@oxnardsd.org

No benefits assigned

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The position of Child Nutrition Worker requires you to perform the following duties and under the following conditions. Please read the statements below and state that you either agree or do not agree with the statement at the end. 1. Lift and carry up to 40 pounds without help. 2. Work in varying temperatures including extreme heat (ovens, etc.) and cold (walk-in refrigerators/freezers). 3. Work with sharp knives and other potentially dangerous objects. 4. Operate a variety of kitchen equipment including ovens, slicers, mixers, steam tables, range top stoves, food processors, tilted skillets, and warmers. 5. Sweep, mop, wash, scrub, disinfect, and sanitize a kitchen and food preparation area. 6. Operate an electronic point-of-sale terminal. 7. Perform repetitive physical tasks such as chopping fruits and vegetables. Do you certify that you are willing and able to perform all duties, and under all conditions, listed above with or without reasonable accommodation?

  • Yes
  • No

02

Testing and Interview Dates Notice: Please note and save the following dates for testing and interviews. All communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method. Notice of application status - February 11 Written Examination – February 19 Qualifications Appraisal Interview – February 23

  • I certify that I have read this notice and understand the instructions provided.

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This brings you to the end of your application. Before submitting your application, please make sure you have done the following: 1. Read the job description and understand the position you are applying for 2. Read the Employment Standards and meet the required experience and education requirements listed and clearly state your relevant experience and education on your application, including any proof of education required (this standard will be used to screen ALL applications received) 3. You have completed all sections of the application and answered all questions thoroughly.

  • I certify that I have read this notice and understand the instructions provided.
  • Required Question

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