Mill A School District

Cook

https://www.milla.k12.wa.us/o/milla/page/employment-opportunities

Location: Cook, Washington
Classification: Classified, Hourly
Schedule: 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., 5 days per week, 190 days per year
Reports to: Superintendent/Principal or Designee
Salary: Per PSE Salary Schedule
Benefits: Per applicable collective bargaining agreement and district policy
Posting Open Until: Filled

Position Description

Mill A School District is seeking a dependable and student-centered Cook to support the daily operation of the district’s nutrition services program. This position is responsible for preparing and serving breakfast and lunch, maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, assisting with food-preparation records, supporting inventory needs, and helping to ensure meals are served safely, efficiently, and with care.

The successful candidate will enjoy working around children, take pride in preparing quality meals, and be able to work independently while also contributing positively to a small school team.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities include preparing and serving breakfast and lunch; following planned menus, recipes, portion guidance, and food safety procedures; maintaining food temperature and production records; cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, dishes, utensils, work areas, serving areas, and cafeteria spaces; assisting with inventory and supply needs; operating commercial kitchen equipment safely; supporting meal service setup and cleanup; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, hold or be able to obtain a current Washington State Food Worker Card, pass required background checks, and have the physical ability and stamina to perform kitchen work, including standing for extended periods and lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, and cleaning as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in school food service, institutional food service, restaurant, catering, or a similar kitchen setting is preferred. Experience preparing meals in quantity, using commercial kitchen equipment, and maintaining food service records is also preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mill A School District provides equal educational and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal in its programs, activities, or employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of required background checks.