North County Trade Tech High School is seeking a dependable, organized, and self-motivated Nutrition Services Assistant & Day Custodian to join our team. This full-time, school-year position plays a vital role in supporting our Child Nutrition Program while helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming campus for students, staff, families, and visitors.
The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, enjoys working in a school environment, and is committed to providing excellent service while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
Position Information
• Position: Nutrition Services Assistant & Day Custodian
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., August 3, 2026 through June 4, 2027
• Compensation: $ 20-$24 per hour, depending on experience
• Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Reports To: Office Manager
• Retirement: Position participates in Social Security
The following duties are representative of the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Child Nutrition Services
• Prepare serving areas for breakfast and lunch service.
• Serve meals to students in accordance with USDA, California Department of Education, and school nutrition program requirements.
• Operate the Point of Sale (POS) system and accurately record daily meal counts.
• Complete meal production records and required documentation.
• Receive, inspect, verify, and properly store food deliveries.
• Assist with weekly meal ordering and inventory.
• Clean and sanitize the kitchen, cafeteria, serving areas, equipment, and food preparation surfaces.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
Custodial Responsibilities
• Clean classrooms, offices, restrooms, common areas, and other assigned campus facilities throughout the school day.
• Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, clean windows, doors, sinks, drinking fountains, and other fixtures.
• Empty interior and exterior trash and recycling containers.
• Restock restroom and custodial supplies.
• Perform routine and deep cleaning of assigned areas.
• Conduct daily campus walkthroughs to identify maintenance, safety, or cleanliness concerns and report issues to the supervisor.
• Assist with campus setup and cleanup for meetings and school events as needed.
General Responsibilities
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming school environment.
• Communicate professionally with students, staff, families, vendors, and visitors.
• Use Google Workspace and other assigned software to complete required documentation.
• Attend required meetings and complete assigned trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous custodial, food service, or school experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Positive attitude and willingness to assist wherever needed.
Physical Requirements
• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally move heavier items with assistance or appropriate equipment.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Safely operate custodial and food service equipment.
Employment Requirements
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of:
• DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearance.
• TB clearance in accordance with California requirements.
• Food Handler Card (required within the timeframe established by the school, if not already obtained).
• Completion of all required Child Nutrition Program, workplace safety, and mandated trainings.
• First Aid/CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification if required by the school.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and meet all requirements for working in a California public charter school environment.
How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:
Livi Castillo
Office Manager
lcastillo@nctth.org
North County Trade Tech High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
