California Schools Struggle to Hire Cafeteria Workers Amid Minimum Wage Increase
The new $20-per-hour minimum wage for fast food workers intensifies competition for cafeteria staff in California's public schools, challenging districts to find new ways to attract employees.
- California's minimum wage hike for fast food workers to $20 per hour forces public schools to compete for cafeteria staff.
- School districts across California are implementing various strategies to attract and retain food service employees, including wage increases and benefits enhancements.
- The demand for school meals has surged, with projections indicating over 70 million additional meals needed this year compared to 2018.
- Some districts, like Sacramento Unified and San Luis Coastal Unified, have increased wages and expanded staff to meet the growing demand for school meals.
- Despite challenges, school districts offer advantages such as health insurance, paid vacation, and job stability to attract workers.
























