Salary : $6,642.00 - $8,084.00 Monthly
Location : 2335 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 27-N-094 (2627)
Department: Nutrition Services
Opening Date: 07/21/2026
Closing Date: 8/10/2026 4:30 PM Pacific

Selection Procedure
FILING DEADLINE - AUGUST 10, 2026, 4:30 PM
District Classified application and supplemental form must be submitted to the Personnel Commission Office by the filing deadline.

This is an OPEN recruitment to establish an eligibility list and fill a vacancy. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list.
The current vacancy is full-time, 12 months per year, Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM.

The recruitment process will consist of an evaluation of the submitted supplemental form and an oral technical interview, which are tentatively scheduled during the weeks of August 11-21, 2026. Qualified applicants will be notified by US mail or email.

Basic Function

Under the direction of the Director-Nutrition Services, supervise and coordinate the operations of District cafeterias; plan, develop, coordinate and deliver comprehensive districtwide training programs; assure compliance with District, state and federal laws, regulations and reporting requirements.
* This job description is pending approval from the Board of Education.
Education & Experience

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and four years of experience in a large food service operation, including one year in a supervisory/training capacity.

Licenses and Other Requirements

A valid California driver's license and the ability to obtain transportation between job sites may be required for some positions. The possession of a Food Protection Manager Certification issued by an approved organization must be obtained within five months of employment.
Torrance Unified School District offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. For more information visit the following link:
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The following questions have been designed to allow you the opportunity to provide a more detailed description of your knowledge, skills, abilities, background, training and experience as related to the position you are applying for. Please provide detailed responses for each question. Where applicable, responses must include the name of your employer(s), dates of employment where you performed the duty, and the title of your position(s) where you performed the function. Be aware that you are competing in the first phase of the examination process. It is your responsibility to ensure that all information you deem important to your candidacy is included. A resume or referral to a resume in lieu of a response is not acceptable. This supplemental application must be typed or legibly printed. Applicants that submit an illegible or incomplete application will be disqualified from consideration.By entering your name below, I hereby certify that all statements made in this supplemental form are true and complete to the best of my knowledge, and that any misstatement of material facts will subject me to disqualification or dismissal.
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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please list the name and location of the high school or institution where you obtained your high school diploma or GED. If you answered "No" to the above question, please type N/A.
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This position requires four (4) years of experience in a large food service operation, including one year in a supervisory/training capacity. How many years of experience in a large food service operation do you possess?

• I do not have experience in this area.
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 or more years

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How many years of experience in a supervisory/training capacity do you possess?

• I do not have experience in this area.
• Less than 1 year
• 1 or more years

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Describe your experience supervising and coordinating the operations of a kitchen or school cafeteria. What were your responsibilities and what areas of operations did you supervise and coordinate?
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Describe your experience in planning, developing, and delivering comprehensive, structured training programs for school nutrition, culinary, or other institutional food service.
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Describe your experience observing staff performance to assess competency and identify skill gaps.
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Describe your experience in maintaining records and preparing reports as it relates to school nutrition, culinary, or other institutional food service.
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REFERENCES:Prior to employment by the Torrance Unified School District current and former employers may be requested to give information concerning your work records. By typing your name below you certify you understand you must list two professional references.
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First Professional Reference Name:
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Phone Number:
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Second Professional Reference Name:
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Position Title:
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Phone Number:
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