CHICO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR CUSTODIAL & FOOD SERVICE LEAD
OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION
Salary Placement – Employment is at the first step for new employees. The Human Resources Office determines promotional employees step placement.
Starting Salary: $20.78/Hour | Salary Range: $20.78 – $32.23/Hour
GENERAL INFORMATION & INSTRUCTIONS:
A. Apply on-line at www.edjoin.org.
B. Read the job announcement prior to completing the application form.
C. To claim Veterans’ credit on open entry-level exams, you must submit a copy of your DD214. Those claiming disability Veterans’ credit must include evidence of current receipt of disability benefit by the closing date for filing applications.
D. KEEP THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT! If you have not received e-mailed notification for any part of the exam by the day prior to the date announced, call the Classified Human Resources Office at (530) 891-3000 x 20104.
E. Complete all parts of the application and submit on-line. Any requested attachments must be submitted by 12:00 PM on the closing date.
THE POSITION
The District is establishing an eligible list for Custodial & Food Service Lead. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment will be used to fill openings in this classification for up to 6 months. Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: 2 years of experience cleaning and maintaining building areas and 2 years of responsible food service experience, including some supervisory experience. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. All persons interested in this position and who meet job related and essential qualifications are encouraged to apply. CUSD is an affirmative action employer and will not discriminate against employees or discriminate in employment of classified personnel with regard to age, ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military and veteran status, national origin, physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, race, religious creed, sex, or sexual orientation of any person. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION AND CERTIFICATION
The examination consists of an Oral Exam (personal interview) which tests the knowledge and experience needed to perform the typical duties. Successful promotional candidates will have ¼ point added to the final score for each year of service up to a maximum of 5 points.
APPLICATION/EXAMINATION DATES & CERTIFICATION
a. Closing date for filing applications: Thursday, October 17, 2024, 12:00 PM
b. Date of Oral Exam (personal interview): Thursday, October 24, 2024 (during the day)
c. Certification shall be according to Merit System §1507.
d. Selection interviews will be scheduled as needed following the exam process.
JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility using custodial and food service duties. Lead and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for providing custodial and light maintenance services required to maintain assigned rooms, equipment, buildings and adjacent areas in a clean, orderly and secure manner. Assist in the oversight of food service activities and services, including cooking, preparing and serving food, snack bar operations and maintaining clean and sanitary kitchen and food service areas.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level staff.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Coordinate the use and operation of materials, tools and equipment used in custodial and light maintenance work; ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
Plan, prioritize, assign and supervise the work of staff responsible for providing food service activities and services, including cooking, preparing and serving food, selling food, snack bar operations and maintaining clean and sanitary kitchen and food service areas.
Estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; maintain records of supplies and equipment; requisition, receive and distribute materials, supplies and equipment as required; order parts or food as necessary and ensure orders are received in a timely fashion.
Assist in training assigned employees including in the areas of work methods, techniques and operation of equipment.
Supervise the use and operation of food service and kitchen utensils, equipment and appliances.
Check work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; report progress to supervisor; provide input on employee evaluations.
Respond to school staff inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
Order and prepare food to meet menu requirements; arrange for the proper storage of food and supplies; assist in the completion of inventories as needed.
Check heating, electrical, air conditioning and water equipment; perform minor repairs and adjustments; refer more complex problems to maintenance personnel.
Confer with principal and custodial supervisor regarding care and cleaning programs at the school site.
Coordinate and participate in major cleaning of the school site during vacation periods.
Operate and clean all kitchen equipment.
Maintain and operate within a budget and ensure adherence to standards of efficiency and sanitation in food preparation.
Perform the full range of custodial and food service duties.
Participate in menu and facility planning and equipment specifications.
Sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets.
Dust, wash and polish furniture and woodwork; clean chalkboards and trays.
Wash windows, walls, sinks and fountains; clean restrooms; fill paper and soap dispensers; polish metalwork.
Clean, stack and store furniture and equipment; perform minor repairs to furniture and equipment.
Change light globes and tubes and diffusers; turn out lights and secure area by locking doors, windows and gates.
Perform routine maintenance duties including, repairing hinges, doors, hose connections, desks, chairs and perform routine painting, plumbing and perform other related maintenance tasks using hand and power tools; request skilled maintenance through work orders.
Maintain equipment used in the course of work; report any emergency, safety, health, or fire hazards observed.
Operate a variety of hand and power equipment and tools including, buffer, wet/dry vacuum cleaners, drills, sanders and other custodial equipment and tools; may operate a forklift.
Transport goods from one location to another as assigned; unload supplies off trucks.
Direct students assigned to detention duties as assigned.
Administer First Aid and CPR as authorized under current standard certification as necessary.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operations, services and activities of a custodial and food service program;
Principles of lead supervision and training;
Operational characteristics of power equipment and tools used in the area of work assigned;
Procedures, methods, techniques used in cooking and cleaning, and maintaining a clean and sanitary space in various types of buildings;
Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations;
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of custodial and light maintenance work and food preparation and service;
Basic mathematical principles and use and operation of weighing and measuring devices;
Proper food handling and storage practices and procedures;
Principles and procedures of record keeping;
Safe driving principles and practices.
Skill to:
Operate a wide variety of equipment and tools required for custodial work in a safe and effective manner;
Operate a variety of modern institutional kitchen tools, appliances and equipment in a safe and effective manner;
Operate modern office equipment;
Operate a motor vehicle safely.
Ability to:
Independently perform the most difficult custodial, light maintenance and grounds maintenance work;
Learn the procedures and techniques used in managing a cafeteria;
Interpret, apply, explain and enforce the policies, procedures, laws, codes and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions;
Perform the full range of custodial duties under minimal supervision;
Perform light to moderate manual labor;
Perform the full range of food preparation and serving duties;
Perform minor repairs on school equipment including, hinges, doors, desks, chairs and hose connections;
Perform routine maintenance duties including, painting, plumbing and other routine maintenance tasks using hand and power tools;
Apply and maintain high standards of sanitation and personal hygiene;
Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records;
Understand, follow and maintain work schedules to ensure work is completed on time;
Work independently in the absence of supervision;
Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs;
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relation¬ships with those contacted in the course of work.
Learn principles and practices of First Aid and CPR.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:
Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience cleaning and maintaining building areas.
Two (2) years of responsible food service experience, including some supervisory experience.
Education:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
Training:
Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
Specialized training or course work in food preparation, food service management, child nutrition or a related field is desirable.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must pass the competency exam of the classification as designated by the Classified Human Resources Department.
License and Certificate Requirement
Possess and maintain an appropriate, valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification for ServSafe by the end of the 5th month of employment.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in First Aid and CPR by the end of the 5th month of employment.
Possess and maintain required Local, State, and Federal job-related licenses and certificates.
Conditions of Employment
Possess and maintain proof of current automobile insurance.
Use of personal vehicle to travel to multiple worksites and locations, as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist and lift 50 lbs.
Exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, mechanical hazards and electrical hazards.
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION FOR BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATIONS
The following employment information is a summary and is not intended to be all-inclusive. For specific details, see the Agreement between Chico Unified School District and the Chico Chapter #110, CSEA.
Vacation Credit – Shall be accrued 1 day/month for 0 4 full years of service. Beyond 4 years refer to agreement. Each employee who is in a paid status less than 1/2 of the workdays in any month shall accrue 1/2 of a full month's vacation credit. Each employee in a paid status for 1/2 or more of the workdays in any month shall accrue a full month's vacation credit.
Holidays – Employees in a paid status the day before or after the holiday are entitled to holiday pay.
Health and Welfare Benefits – Full-time employees of the District receive up to $1,360/month to be applied towards a health plan for themselves and dependents. Part-time employees are eligible with the cost pro-rated based upon hours worked. The District pays the full cost of a dental and a vision plan for employees (and dependents) that work 6 hours or more per day. Any employee working less than 6 hours may elect dental and/or vision coverage at his/her cost. A term life insurance plan is also provided by the District to full-time employees and is available for part-time employees. Part-time employees may have these costs pro-rated based upon hours worked. Dependents may be covered with term insurance at employee expense. Income protection insurance is paid by the District for all employees.
Sick Leave – One day of sick leave is earned for each month worked, with unlimited accumulation.
Probationary Period – All employees must serve a probationary period of six months in any classification for which they are hired, or which they transfer or promote into.
Retirement – All employees assigned 4 or more hours/day must join Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) for which a deduction is made from their salary.
Social Security – All classified employees are covered by Social Security and must contribute to the Social Security system.
Credit Unions – There are credit unions available for membership by all classified employees.
Questions or application forms, contact: CUSD, 1163 E. 7th St., Chico, CA 95928 – (530) 891 3000 – TTY (530) 895-4030
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