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400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850

FOOD SERVICE COURIER (10-MONTH)
NOTICE OF VACANCY

Position Title: Food Service Courier (10 month)

Brief Description: Work involves responsibility for the collection, transportation and delivery of food supplies and equipment within the Ithaca City School District. Food Service Couriers are also responsible for monitoring the operating condition of the vehicle and reporting mechanical defects to the supervisor. When not performing courier duties, the incumbent performs food service tasks including preparing and serving food in school cafeterias, cashiering, and cleaning the kitchen, equipment and utensils. This work is performed under the general supervision of a School Lunch Director or School Lunch Manager. Does related work as required.

Location(s): District Wide

Anticipated Start Date: 11/18/2025

Posting Dates: 10/20/2025- until filled

Number of Vacancies: 1

Hours per day: 7.5

Civil Service Jurisdictional Class: Non-Competitive

Required Qualifications:

• The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
• Must be eligible for appointment as a Food Service Courier by Civil Service
• Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma or if less than high school; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Must be 18 years of age. Ability to complete tasks independently. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Should have some knowledge of food preparation, presentation methods, techniques and quality standards.
• Cleanliness and following all Health Department Regulations is necessary.

Civil Service Requirements:

• Candidates must possess a valid New York State Class D driver’s license or a valid driver license equivalent to a New York State Class D driver license at the time of appointment and must obtain a New York State Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or a valid Commercial Driver License equivalent to a New York State Class B Commercial Driver License within twelve (12) months of appointment. Said licenses must be maintained for the duration of employment.