Cook 2

wsu; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life & disability insurance

Retirement plan

Deferred compensation

Training programs

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University in Pullman, WA is seeking a Cook 2 to prepare menu items, special menus, and catering offerings under supervision. You will collaborate with the Catering Executive Chef to develop new items annually and seasonally, while maintaining par stock levels and ensuring waste is minimized.

The role requires 2 years of cooking experience in a large‑scale operation, a Food Handler's Permit within 14 days, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Two years cooking experience in large‑scale food service or culinary operation, including six months directing others.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Food Handler's Permit within 14 days of employment.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid driver's license and meet driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items, special menus, and catering offerings.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop new menu items annually and seasonally.
• Maintain par stock levels to ensure sufficient product while minimizing waste.
• Establish production pars and determine batch cooking levels during peak and off‑peak hours.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of all food products; maintain clean and safe work areas.
• Direct production activities and provide exceptional customer service to guests.

Skills

Cooking experience

Supervising staff

Food handling

Food handler permit

Driver's license

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: September 20, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Job Identification

Available Title(s): 674H-YY_CS_NPS - Cook 2

Business Title: Cook 2

Employee Type: Classified

Position Details

Position Details: The Opportunity: As a Cook 2 , you will work under the general supervision of the General Manager and Catering Executive Chef and be responsible for preparing menu items, special menus, and catering offerings. You will collaborate with the Catering Executive Chef to develop new menu items on an annual and seasonal basis. You will maintain appropriate par stock levels to ensure sufficient product is available while minimizing waste caused by over-ordering. You will establish production pars and determine batch cooking levels during peak meal periods and a la carte cooking levels during off-peak hours. You will ensure the proper handling and storage of all food products and consistently demonstrate sound judgment, integrity, and a commitment to quality in every item you prepare. In this role, you will also be responsible for the safe and proper use, care, and cleaning of equipment, as well as securing your work area at the end of each shift. You will maintain required records, help direct production activities, and provide exceptional customer service to guests.

Additional Information

This is a full time (100 % FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

To support WSU's ability to attract talent in a competitive job market, this recruitment has been approved for a hiring incentive payment of up to $3,500.00. More information regarding the hiring incentive payment program can be located on the HRS website: Hiring Incentive - Human Resource Services, Washington State University (wsu.edu) .

Monthly Salary: $4,004 to $4,746 | Range 39 Steps F - M | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits

• WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave
• paid holidays
• medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• retirement
• deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
• training and development
• and employee tuition waiver

For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications

• Two (2) years cooking experience in a large scale food service or culinary operation which includes six (6) months experience directing the work of others. Completion of course in large‑scale cooking may be substituted for one (1) year of experience; OR one (1) year as a Cook 1 in State service; OR equivalent education/experience.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Food Handler's Permit within 14 days of employment.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two to five years experience in increasingly responsible food service positions.
• Multi-faceted food experience.
• Experience in a la carte restaurant cooking and various international/ethnic cuisines.
• Experience leading and training employees.
• General knowledge of commercial grade kitchen equipment use, safety, and maintenance.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Location

Area/College: Student Affairs

Department Name: Dining Services

Location: Pullman, WA

About Department/College/Area/ Campus

dining.wsu.edu

Background Check

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as de