2026-27 Substitute Food Service

Sylvania; Deer Park (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Deer Park School District #414 is seeking a Substitute Food Service Worker to assist in daily lunchroom operations for students and staff. The role involves food preparation, serving, sanitation, and maintaining safety standards in a school cafeteria setting.

The ideal candidate is a high school graduate with the ability to follow written and oral instructions, work independently or in a team, and obtain a State Food Handler's Permit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Experience in food service or school cafeterias is preferred.
• Must communicate with school staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas.
• Operate ovens, mixers, warmers, and dishwashers as needed.
• Portion and serve food to students and staff accurately.
• Adhere to health, safety, and sanitation standards.

Skills

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Independent work

Communication with staff

Education

High School Graduate

Tools

State Food Handler's Permit

Job description

Deer Park School District #414

Position Opening Announcement

Substitute Food Service

Position Summary:

The Substitute Food Service Worker performs a variety of duties involved in the preparation and serving of food to students and staff in a school cafeteria setting. This role supports the day-to-day operations of school kitchens in the absence of regular staff and ensures compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, utensils, and food service areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, mixers, warmers, and dishwashers.
• Handle food according to proper sanitation regulations and follow safety standards.
• Accurately portion and serve food to students and staff.
• Wash dishes, trays, and utensils either by hand or with a commercial dishwasher.
• Dispose of trash and clean work areas at the end of the shift.
• Use and knowledge of personal protective equipment, i.e., goggles, gloves, cut-resistant gloves, and/or any other provided safety equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Graduate, or equivalent.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must possess a State Food Handler's Permit.
• Previous experience in food service, school cafeterias, or commercial kitchens is preferred.
• Ability to communicate with the school staff so that the necessary support requirements for educational programs may be provided.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate proper cooking methods and techniques.
• Positive, motivating, and caring attitude for students and work well.
• Applicant who possesses prior verifiable cooking training and/or experience and meets all of the above qualifications will be given preference.

Benefits: Employees anticipated to work more than 630 hours per year will be eligible for Benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Standard benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability.This position is not eligible for benefits.

Open link: https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees

Retirement Benefits: Positions anticipated to work 70 hours or more per month for at least 5 months over a 12-month period are eligible for Retirement through the State Department of Retirement Services. https://www.drs.wa.gov/ This position is not eligible for benefits.

Wage: $18.33 per hour

Application Requirements:

District Application Form and Letter of Application

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

APPLICATION

REQUIREMENTS: Substitutes and other applicants should apply at dpsd.org.

VERIFICATION OF IDENTITY AND UNITED STATES WORK AUTHORIZATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE EMPLOYMENT COMMENCES. A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK MUST ALSO BE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT.

Deer Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran, or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and provides equal opportunity to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Section 504 Coordinator &Title IX Coordinator & Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator

Suzanne McKibbon

Assistant Superintendent

509-464-5526

[e-mail]

Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation in compliance with federal and state law should contact HR at 509-464-5500.