Assistant Cook – 8.0 hours/day @ Hiawatha Elementary School

HIAWATHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; Othello (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiawatha Elementary School is seeking an Assistant Cook to support the cafeteria operations. The role involves preparing meals, ensuring nutrition standards, and maintaining records and safety logs while assisting with inventory and ordering.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, pass a competency test, and be comfortable using Google applications and a POS system. Travel to other district sites may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Competency test (Head/Asst. Cook test) with 80%+.
• Ability to compute basic math (whole numbers, fractions, decimals).
• Ability to learn and operate a computer system.
• Knowledge of Google apps: Gmail, Google Docs, etc.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items in accordance with mandated nutritional requirements; modify recipes to meet meal standards and verify quality.
• Complete and maintain daily electronic production records accurately and promptly.
• Maintain safety logs per health regulations.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment per procedures and safety standards.
• Assist the Head Cook with food ordering, supplies, and inventory management.
• Scan student meals using district point-of-sale software; perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Food service

Basic math

Computer literacy

Leadership & communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food handler permit required within 5 days

Tools

Google Applications (Gmail/Docs)

Job description

Assistant Cook – 8.0 hours/day @ Hiawatha Elementary School

Othello School District #147 HIAWATHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Othello, Washington Open in Google Maps

Assistant Cook – 8.0 hours/day @ Hiawatha Elementary School

Othello School District #147 HIAWATHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Othello, Washington Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Othello School District 147

Job Details

Job ID: 5943701

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Assistant Cook – 8.0 hours/day @ Hiawatha Elementary School (Primary Location)

Job Description

• Prepare and cook food items in compliance with mandated nutritional requirements. Modify recipes to meet meal standards, verify quality of food items and supplies, and maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
• Complete and maintain daily electronic production records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain safety logs in accordance with local, state and federal health regulations.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment according to established procedures and safety standards.
• Assist the Head Cook with ordering food and supplies and managing inventory to ensure adequate stock levels and minimize waste.
• Scan student meals using current district point-of-sale software.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Work additional hours and perform work related duties at other building locations as requested by the Dining Services Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate, or GED.
• Completion of competency skill test (Head/Asst. Cook test) with a minimum passing score of 80%.
• Ability to accurately compute basic math functions, to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Able to maintain personal hygiene that meets and/or exceeds food service standards.
• Must obtain food handlers permit within 5 days of employment and maintain current card status thereafter.
• Ability to learn and operate a computer system with proficiency.
• Knowledge and experience with Google applications: Gmail, Google Docs, etc.
• Able to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to walk, stand, sit, stoop, bend, reach, kneel, crawl, and grasp as required to successfully perform all duties and requirements.
• Physically able to lift and/or move up to 30-50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to focus (adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus), clear vision at twenty (20) inches or less, and clear vision at twenty (20) feet or more.
• Ability to work safely with and around hot surfaces.
• Leadership, communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Terms of Employment

Starting Date: TBD

Salary: Per PSE CBA - Schedule A

Hours: Per Position Listed Above

Contracted Days: 181 work days & 7 holidays (188 total contracted days)

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Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator Name and/or Title*: Sandra Villarreal, Executive Director of Human Resources Address: 1025 S 1st Avenue, Othello, WA 99344 Telephone Number: 509-488-2659 Email: [e-mail]

Section 504/ADA Coordinator Name and/or Title*: Heidi Wagner, Director of Special Education Address: 1025 S 1st Avenue, Othello, WA 99344 Telephone Number: 509-488-2659 Email: [e-mail]

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Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.66 to $29.78 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brett Getz , Human Resources Coordinator
• OTHELLO SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICE
• Phone: [phone]

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