Food Service Worker II (Driving)

Application filing dates: September 25, 2026 - October 11, 2026

About the role

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

Responsibilities

• Preparing meals by packaging items in plastic, foil, or other containers and arranges them for delivery to another location.
• Preparing food for distribution and may supervise student employees in distributing food.
• Delivering food from a designated site to a serving site.
• Cleaning food preparation and food distribution service areas.
• Performing food preparation and sanitation duties.
• Collecting tickets and funds and maintains records.
• May make bank deposits of funds collected for meals.

Requirements

• A valid Los Angeles Unified School District Food Handlers Health Certificate.
• A valid driver's license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle capable of carrying several hundred packaged meals.
• A valid “ServSafe Certificate” issued by the National Restaurant Association or equivalent certificate.

Special Physical Requirements:

• Safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Stand and walk on concrete and tile floors for long periods of time
• Withstand a wide range of temperatures

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of methods for preparing and serving entrées, vegetables, fruits, and other foods; the use and care of kitchen utensils, equipment, and food service tools; proper food storage and transportation; safety rules and procedures related to kitchen equipment; and basic arithmetic.

Benefits

• District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans
• Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS)
• Full-time employees earn up to two weeks of paid vacation; three weeks after five years of year-round paid service
• Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days
• Note: Positions in this job classification may be offered on a 9-month basis - salary and paid time off for 9-month positions will be adjusted accordingly

Pay

$28.13 - $28.13 Hourly