Ferndale Unified School District
Classified Vacancy
Food Service/Cafeteria Assistant
Ferndale Elementary School
2026/2027 School Year
Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Job #6364 Open Until Filled
  
Employing District Ferndale Unified School District
Jennie Titus, Superintendent Secretary, jtitus@ferndalek12.org
Salary Placement on Salary Schedule
Qualifications Food Preparation & Service
Meal Prep: Assist the head cook in washing, chopping, slicing, or portioning food items.
Serving: Serve food to students and staff in standardized portions that meet mandated nutritional guidelines.
Line Setup: Arrange serving trays, condiments, and utensils, and keep the food lines well-stocked
Sanitation & Safety
Cleaning: Wash and sanitize dishes, kitchen utensils, pots, and food preparation equipment.
Facility Maintenance: Clean dining tables, sweep or mop floors, and wipe down serving counters.
Food Safety: Follow strict health codes, such as maintaining safe food temperatures and avoiding cross-contamination.
Inventory & Stock
Receiving Deliveries: Unpack grocery orders, verify quantities, and safely store food in freezers, refrigerators, and pantries.
Restocking: Keep milk coolers, snack stations, and condiment bars stocked throughout the lunch shifts.


Requirements: 1) Current Safe-Serve Management Certification, 2) Department of Justice Screening, 3) Possess a valid California driver's license, 4) TB Test, 5) Willingness to complete First Aid and CPR certification training, 6) Mandated Reporter Training.

The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint clearance with the Department of Justice and show proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Application Procedure
  • Classified Application Form
    (available online at: hcoe.org/employment)
  • Cover Letter Stating reasons for application and summarizing candidate's qualifications
  • Resume
  • Proof of license or certificate
  • 2-3 Letters of recommendation
Application Deadline Open until filled
Return Your Application Packet to: View Job
Danielle Carmesin, Superintendent
Ferndale Unified School District
164 Shaw Ave
Ferndale, CA 95536

The Humboldt County Office of Education supports the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment