Food Service Production Assistant

Nevada City School of the Arts•Nevada City, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Nevada City School of the Arts (NCSOTA), a TK-8 charter school in operation since 1994, is seeking a dynamic, culturally aware, stimulating and highly qualified Food Service Production Assistant to join our team. This is a full-time position for the 2026-27 School Year.

Requirements

Willingness to learn and work hard
Able to perform basic mathematical calculations
Must obtain Serve Safe Certificate or State/County Food Handler's Permit within 30 days of employment
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 2 years working with children, preferably in a school setting
Fingerprint and Background clearance
Valid Tuberculosis clearance and every four years thereafter
CPR/First Aid Certification within 45 days of employment and every two years thereafter
Completion of mandatory training (video & in-person) within 6 weeks of employment and every year thereafter.

Nice To Haves

Conflict resolution training a plus

Responsibilities

Understands and is able to communicate the philosophy of the Nourish NCSA Nutrition Services Program.
Prepares ingredients according to the planned menu and prescribed recipes as needed.
Operates dish machine, pot washing area and maintains organized storage area of all equipment used in the production facility.
Participates in the proper receiving, storage and inventorying of all foodstuffs, paper, chemicals and supplies according to the Standard Operating Procedures.
Wraps, labels and rotates prepared food as assigned.
Maintains the clean, neatness and sanitation of all kitchen, cafeteria and storage areas including, but not limited to, walk-ins, refrigeration, freezers, dry storage and cafeteria area.
Records and maintains temperature logs as assigned.
Operates and maintains food service equipment such as stoves, ovens, mixers, food processor and commercial dishwashers.
Establishes and maintains positive relations with internal and external customers, including students, staff, and school administration, parents, and community members.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Report all unsafe working conditions.
Abide by all NCSOTA Employee Handbook guidelines.
Completion of mandatory training (video & in-person) within 6 weeks of employment and every year thereafter.
Perform all other duties as needed or assigned.