Cook 2 (6.5 Hours) - C708SY2627 - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Nutrition Services; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays off

Paid time off (PTO)

Professional development funds

Job summary

Nutrition Services in Hillsboro, Oregon is seeking a part-time Cook 2 for the 6.5‑hour school shift (6:30am–1:30pm) at Butternut Creek Elementary School. You will manage daily kitchen operations, prepare and serve meals, and handle inventory and ordering while keeping the kitchen clean and compliant with safety standards.

This internal position offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, holidays off, a multilingual stipend, and opportunities for on‑the‑job training and professional development

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• English oral and written communication skills required.
• Computer and Internet applications including email required.
• Food Handlers certification required.
• One year of food service experience required.
• Experience with commercial kitchen equipment and cleaning.
• Experience coordinating kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of ingredients, supplies and methods used in cooking.
• Knowledge of sanitation standards and chemical safety in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of an elementary kitchen.
• Prepare and serve food items.
• Perform inventory tracking and ordering.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

English proficiency

Computer skills

Food service experience

Kitchen equipment handling

Kitchen operations coordination

Cooking knowledge

Sanitation knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Food Handlers certification

Job description

Cook 2 (6.5 Hours) - C708SY2627 - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Job Description

Cook 2 | 6.5 Hours | 10Month Calendar |Butternut Creek Elementary School6:30am-1:30pm | INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Internal Classified employees are not eligible to apply for open positions during their probationary period of employment.

Hiring Administrator: Whitney Ellersick

Responsible for the daily operations of an elementary kitchen. Prepare and serve food items. Perform inventory tracking and ordering. Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Proficient oral and written communication skills in English
• Proficient in the use of computer and Internet based applications, including but not limited to email and systems applications
• Hold a valid Food Handlers certification
• One year of experience in food service
• Experience in the use and maintenance of commercial kitchen equipment
• Experience coordinating the operations of a kitchen
• Knowledge of ingredients, supplies and methods used in cooking
• Knowledge of sanitation standards and safety regulations for chemical use in the kitchen

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Work-Life Balance

• Consistent Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Holidays off: All federally recognized holidays (most paid)
• School-Year Calendar: Includes winter break, spring break, and summers off
• Paid Time Off:
  • District-paid sick leave (unlimited accrual)
  • Two paid personal days annually

Health Insurance Eligibility & wellness

• Eligibility: Employees working 4 or more hours per day are eligible for District health insurance plans.
• Coverage Includes:
  • Full family coverage options (employee premium cost vary based on plan selection))
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
  • Life and Disability coverage positions
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free support services for employees and families

Financial Security

Retirement Benefits options available for positions working 600+ hours per year:

• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Optional 403(b) retirement savings plans

Monthly Bilingual Stipend for employees who pass the Spanish or Vietnamese language assessment

Professional Growth

Paid On-Site Training: Learn and grow while on the job

Professional Improvement Funds: Financial support for continued education and development

Job Details

• Position Type: Part Time
• Salary: $22.88 to $29.28 Per Hour
• Job ID: 5988243
• Application Deadline: Nov 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
• Posted: Nov 10, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Applications Office
• 3083 NE 49th Place
• Hillsboro, Oregon 97124
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]