Assistant Cook (KD-49899)

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation; Washington; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with employer contributions

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Annual leave

Job summary

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation is seeking an Assistant Cook at Nespelem Senior Meal Site. The role supports the head cook in planning, preparing and serving balanced meals for seniors, including home-delivered options. Strong hygiene and teamwork are essential.

The position requires a HS diploma or GED, 2 years’ experience with seniors, and the ability to obtain necessary permits within 90 days. Benefits are comprehensive, with generous leave and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, or willing to obtain.
• Two years of paid work with elderly/senior citizens.
• Ability to obtain Food Handler permit, First Aid and CPR within 90 days.
• Knowledge of food preparation and serving in quantity.
• Ability to read and follow written/verbal instructions and recipes.

Responsibilities

• Assist head cook with planning, preparing and serving nutritionally balanced meals.
• Support menu planning, food purchases and sanitary operations at the senior center.
• Work with clients, staff and the public and maintain professional relationships.

Skills

Food prep

Reading menus

Dietary mods

Education

HS diploma/GED

Job description

CLOSING DATE: 11/11/2026POSITION: Assistant CookSALARY: $20.54 - 21.54/hourREPORTS TO: Cook SeniorLOCATION: Nespelem Senior Meal SiteBASIC FUNCTIONS: This is an non-exempt position assists the senior center head cook with the planning, preparing and serving of nutritionally balanced, cost-effective meals to be served in a congregate setting and delivered to clients at their homes. The Assistant Cook provides assistance with menu planning, food purchases, and maintaining sanitary conditions at the senior center. Employee must have good understanding of senior citizens need, establish and maintain working relationships with clients, co-workers, other program or agency staff and the general public.BENIFITS: We have excellent benefits including full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k with employer contributions, Short-and Long- Term disability for Full-Time employees. Generous leave package includes paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave for Full-Time and Part-Time employees.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education and Training:Requires a High School Diploma or GED, or willing to obtain one within a specified period of time.Requires two (2) years successful paid work experience with elderly/senior citizens.Must have or be able to obtain a Food Handlers permit, First Aid and CPR card within the 90 day probationary period.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Requires knowledge of food preparation and serving a variety of food in quantity amounts.Requires the ability to read, understand and follow verbal and written instructions accurately.Requires the ability to work from written menus/recipes and to adapt standard recipes to preparing dishes for varying number of people.Requires the ability to prepare meals for special diets.Requires the ability to operate and maintain standard cooking appliances/equipment.Requires the ability to work independently and follow line of authority.Requires the ability to establish, and maintain effective/cooperative working relationships with others (Peers, clients, public etc.)Physical Abilities:Requires physical fitness clearance by medical doctors examination must be provided at time of interview and verify that applicant can lift 25 lbs.Working/Special Conditions:Must successfully clear criminal history/background check at the time of interview and maintain such for duration of employment with the programNote: Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.INFORMATION: Kabrina Desautel, HR Technician Senior, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, [phone]. [e-mail]