Nutrition assistant Jobs in Norwalk, CA

Salary : $136,753.76 - $160,579.68 Annually

Location : Within the boundaries of the Long Beach Unified School District, CA

Job Type : Full-Time, 12 months

Job Number : 25-0176-5059

Department : Nutrition Services Branch

Opening Date : 02 / 24 / 2025

Job Summary

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Under the direction of the Nutrition Services Director, assist in planning and directing the operations and activities of the District's Nutrition Services department; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; perform related duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties

The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

• Assist in planning and directing the operations and activities of the District's Nutrition Services department including the review of school site cafeterias, nutritional education programs, sanitation, storage, transport and delivery of food products and purchasing and accounting functions; assure compliance with federal and State laws, regulations and policies. E
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; plan, coordinate and conduct in-service training programs. E
• Visit sites to observe and evaluate food services personnel and procedures; develop and recommend improved methods of food preparation and service; maintain direct contact with site staff regarding compliance and control matters; drive a District or personal vehicle to conduct site visits and attend meetings. E
• Participate in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs designed to develop assigned programs and services; recommend and establish operating procedures for Nutrition Service activities and operations. E
• Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Nutrition Services Director regarding assigned functions; advise the Director of unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective action. E
• Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel. E
• Communicate with other administrators, personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information. E
• Participate in the development and preparation of the annual preliminary budget for the Nutrition Services Department; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations. E
• Assure purchasing activities comply with applicable statutes, regulations and policies; determine specifications for purchase of food and equipment. E
• Research available products and interview vendors to establish and maintain sources of supply through competitive bids; assist in determining pricing. E
• Coordinate planning and implementation of operational changes with Food Service managers, principals, site supervisors, or other District personnel. E
• Maintain current knowledge of institutional food service methods and trends; evaluate new methods for application within the department. E
• Assist in planning kitchen and cafeteria layouts during construction and remodeling; direct the review of bids and analyze cost figures. E
• Coordinate dissemination of departmental information and nutrition materials to the public, staff and other organizations. E
• Perform research and special projects as directed; monitor special projects and initiate changes to assure expeditious and successful cost-effective completion. E
• Analyze the impact of federal or state legislation or regulations on Nutrition Service programs. E
• Operate a computer and assigned software programs; operate other office equipment as assigned. E
• Serve as the Nutrition Services Director in the absence of the Director as assigned.
• Attend and conduct a variety of meetings.

Note : At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized E, which identifies essential duties, required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Employment Standards

Knowledge of :

Planning, organization and direction of a large institutional nutrition service program, operations and activities.

Meal production planning and scheduling.

Nutritional requirements of school-aged children.

Principles and practices of quantity food service preparation, serving and storage.

Sanitation and safety practices related to cooking and serving food.

Commercial kitchen equipment and measurements.

Budget preparation and control.

Financial and statistical record-keeping and report preparation techniques.

Oral and written communication skills.

Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.

Applicable federal and State laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Operation of a computer and assigned software.

Ability to :

Assist in planning and directing the operations and activities of the District's Nutrition Services department.

Review and analyze work methods, procedures, and schedules.

Recognize and correct safety hazards.

Assure compliance with federal and State laws, regulations and policies including health and sanitation requirements.

Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.

Participate in the development of the departmental budget.

Analyze and review budgetary and financial data.

Direct and participate in the preparation and maintenance of a variety of records, reports and files related to assigned activities.

Visit food service sites to observe and evaluate operations.

Plan and conduct in-service training programs for food service employees.

Maintain current knowledge of institutional food service methods and trends.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.

Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

Meet schedules and timelines.

Work independently with little direction.

Plan and organize work.

Education and Training :

Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field.

A master's degree in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field is preferred. Coursework in food service management or nutritional sciences is preferred.

Experience :

Four years of experience at a supervisory or management level in an institutional food service organization. Experience within a K-12 educational agency is preferred.

Any other combination of education, training, and experience, which demonstrates that the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge or abilities, may be considered.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license at the time of appointment and the use of a personal automobile.

Applicants for this classification will be required to obtain and submit, at his / her own expense, his / her current motor vehicle driving record at the time of appointment. The record must meet and be maintained at the District's safe driving standard. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the disqualification of the applicant regardless of any other standing.

Incumbents must obtain a valid Food Safety Manager certificate issued by an authorized agency within completion of probationary period and maintain certification throughout employment in this classification.

SELF-CERTIFICATION OF FOOD SAFETY TRAINING :

At the time of appointment, an incumbent must certify in writing they have completed eight hours of food safety training within five years of their employment start date or will complete eight hours of food safety training within 30 days of employment to this class. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the disqualification and / or rejection of the eligible regardless of any other standing.

SELECTION PROCEDURE :

The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or any combination of the following : screening of the applicant's training, background, and experience; scored evaluation of responses on a supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal oral examination; performance examination; or technical oral examination, scored on a job-related basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on a 6 month eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.

The Long Beach Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, national origin, religion, race or ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer : Steve Rockenbach, Director of Employee Relations, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8220, and Title IX Coordinator : Kimberly Dalton, Director of Human Resource Services, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8108,

The District provides excellent medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits as well as an income protection plan for eligible Classified employees.

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Classified employees earn paid vacation at the initial rate of 14 days for full-time 12 month employees (.055 hour for each hour worked) and receive increases after 5, 10, and 15 years of service for a total of 21 days after 15 years.

12 month Classified employees earn 13 working days of sick leave each year which are accumulated indefinitely. Employees of other California school districts who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to LBUSD in accordance with the California Education Code.

12 month Classified employees receive 14 paid holidays per year.

Completion of the following supplemental questions, submission of a letter of interest and resume are required of all applicants. This is considered an assessment in the examination process. An evaluation of the application, letter of interest, and resume will be conducted. A limited number of candidates who best meet the needs of the District will be invited to continue in the examination process. Responses that are incomplete or unclear will not receive credit. The education and work experience on your application must include all recent and relevant education and experience in order for your application and supplemental to be considered. For those questions to which you have no response, please indicate "no response".Please answer by selecting "Yes" as confirmation that you read these instructions.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition, food services management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field. A Master's degree in food and nutrition, food services management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field is preferred. Please select how you meet this education requirement?

Coursework in food service management or nutritional sciences is preferred. Please list any coursework you have taken that meets this education requirement. If none, please type N / A.

This position requires 4 years of experience at a supervisory or management level in an institutional food service organization. Please select how you meet this experience requirement :

Please briefly describe your supervisory or management level experience in an institutional food service organization. Be sure to include the name of the employer(s) where you gained your experience and the dates of employment.

Experience within a K-12 educational agency is preferred. Please list the agency where you gained this experience. If you do not have experience within a K-12 educational agency, please type N / A.

This position requires a valid California Class C driver's license. Please indicate if you hold a valid California Class C driver's license and are you willing and able to use a personal automobile in the performance of your job duties?

An applicant for this class will be required to obtain, at his / her own expense, and submit his / her motor vehicle driving record at the time of appointment. This record must meet and be maintained at the District's safe driving record standard. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the disqualification and / or rejection of the eligible regardless of any other standing. The District's Safe Driving Record Standard is : - no more than three (3) moving violations within the past three (3) years- no more than one (1) at fault accident within the past three (3) years (any accident shall be deemed at-fault absent sufficient proof to the contrary, such as : a signed statement from a private insurance company, or a report from the Department of Motor Vehicles or other government agency); - no conviction for failure to report an accident within the past three (3) years- no conviction for driving under the influence, or driving while intoxicated, or reckless driving within the past five (5) years Do you meet the safe driving requirements?

Are you willing and able to obtain a valid Food Safety Manager certificate issued by an authorized agency within completion of probationary period and maintain certification throughout employment in this classification?

At the time of appointment, an incumbent must certify in writing they have completed eight hours of food safety training within five years of their employment start date or will complete eight hours of food safety training within 30 days of employment to this class. Failure to meet this requirement will result in disqualification and / or rejection of the eligible regardless of any other standing. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

PLEASE NOTE : All notifications will be sent via email.Applicants must check their emails on a regular basis to find out their status on an application. Emails we send may be caught by spam filters and it is the responsibility of the applicant to check their spam / junk folder.

I understand that exam segments may be conducted online and may require access to a computer with an internet connection and Google Chrome or Firefox browsers. The exam components may also require access to a computer, smart phone, or tablet with internet connection and a video recording device. I understand that it is my responsibility to contact Personnel Commission immediately proceeding the exam invitation requiring such devices if I do not have access to the required technology.

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