Job Posting: FOOD SERVICE TECHNICIAN II

CDE - School for the Deaf, Riverside

JC-532672
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FOOD SERVICE TECHNICIAN II
FOOD SERVICE TECHNICIAN II

$3,492.00 - $4,373.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Job Description and Duties

This position is for a 10 month school year with eligibility for an additional 2 months to be paid by State Special School Benefits through Unemployment Insurance. 

In a special school setting, under the supervision of Supervising Cook I, the Food Service Technician II (FSTII) works at point of meal service station during meal service, checks serving lines & records food holding temperatures, collect & compile daily meal counts, leads, and assists Food Service Technician I (FSTI) in preparing cold items, serving meals, cleaning, & sanitizing dishes and work areas. Works in FSTI rotations and as needed.

California School for the Deaf, Riverside (CSDR) is a 24-hour residential campus, so incumbent may be required to work outside normal business hours due to special events and operational need.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Subject to fingerprinting and criminal record clearance by the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation and Tuberculosis clearance.  This position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-532672
Position #(s):
205-201-2193-003
Working Title:
FOOD SERVICE TECHNICIAN II
Classification:
FOOD SERVICE TECHNICIAN II
$3,492.00 - $4,373.00 A

*Plus a monthly Recruitment and Retention differential of 10% of the base salary, only for the ten months of the regular school year.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Riverside County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
Mon-Thurs 10:30am-7pm; Fri 6:30am-3pm
Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

From its inception in 1953, the California School for the Deaf, Riverside (CSDR) has attracted deaf scholars and steadfast staff with innovative spirit and a desire to serve deaf students. These exceptional individuals have created paths of success and opportunities for our students while eliminating any and all barriers.  CSDR’s mission is to provide its students a place to engage in a positive environment where American Sign Language (ASL) and English are valued, cultures are embraced, learning is relevant, and self-worth is uplifted. In collaboration with families and school communities, Southern California students prepare for college and careers through academic rigor, innovative technology, and extra-curricular opportunities.

Department Website: https://www.cde.ca.gov

Special Requirements

EXAMINATION

Individuals must have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply.  List eligibility may be obtained by meeting the minimum qualifications as outlined in the examination bulletin, and obtaining a passing score on the Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire. 

The examination bulletin may be viewed on the California Department of Human Resources Web page at:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4749

Application Instructions

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CDE - School for the Deaf, Riverside
California School for the Deaf
Attn: Human Resources/Cecilia Williams
3044 Horace Street
Riverside, CA 92506

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

CDE - School for the Deaf, Riverside
California School for the Deaf
Human Resources/Cecilia Williams
3044 Horace Street
Riverside, CA 92506
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE IS LOCATED IN THE ADMINISTRATION BLDG.
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
- Ability to create/promote an equitable/inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated & valued.
- Experience working a facility or campus setting desired.
- Experience in common methods, practices, & materials used in large foodservice setting.
- Experience in preparation and/or serving foods and beverages in large foodservice setting.
- Ability to give on-the-job instructions, keep records of meal counts and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) records.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Practice punctuality, good attendance & follow good personal hygiene practices.
- Ability to communicate effectively and willingness to learn American Sign Language (ASL).

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, https://www.calhr.ca.gov/, and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov/.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.cde.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Cecilia Williams
(951) 248-7700 ext: 1116
cwilliams@csdr-cde.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Office of Equal Opportunity Director/Civ
(916) 445-9174
oeoinfo@cde.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Salary Information

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

Additional Information

Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareer Account is highly recommended.

Important:  Make sure your contact information, i.e., address, phone number(s), etc., is current in your CalCareer Account.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State Application, resume, or educational transcripts.  Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license number (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.

Incomplete or late applications packages will NOT be considered.

If you choose not to submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD-678), use the revised 06/2024 version.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be interviewed.  This advertisement will be used for this and other vacancies that may occur during this posting and future Permanent/Intermittent and/or Limited Term vacancies that may occur.  For information on how to obtain list eligibility, please visit the CalCareers website at https://calcareers.ca.gov/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
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