Cook Helper (10:00am-12:45pm) - Timberline High School

North Thurston Public Schools; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic environment as a Cook Helper at Timberline High School, where you will play a vital role in preparing and serving meals. This position requires a commitment to food safety and sanitation, as well as effective communication with a diverse community. You will be responsible for maintaining a clean kitchen, assisting in food preparation, and ensuring that meals are served efficiently. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with students and contribute to their daily nutrition. If you are passionate about food service and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tax-deferred 403(b) Plan

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food preparation methods, health codes, and sanitation required.
• Ability to serve appropriate portion sizes rapidly and neatly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals by following recipes and cooking materials.
• Serve meal components and maintain a sanitary work environment.
• Monitor food cooking and follow HACCP procedures.

Skills

Food Preparation

Effective Communication

Basic Math Computation

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Conditions

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Point of Service System

Job description

Cook Helper (10:00am-12:45pm) - Timberline High School

North Thurston Public Schools | Lacey, WA 98503

Employment Begins: 2024-2025 School Year

2.75 hours/day; 5 days/week; 195 days/year

Classification: Cook Helper

Location: Assigned Building

Reports to: Cook or Kitchen Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: PSE

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Part I: Position Summary

Performs routine work in preparing, setting up, serving, and clean-up activities for meal programs. Assists cook(s) with work involving food storage and kitchen/cafeteria maintenance and operation. Knowledge of current methods of food preparation, health codes, and sanitation is required.

The District represents a diverse community. We seek an individual who has successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities. The selected candidate must demonstrate a commitment to strengthening community engagement and communication with the District's diverse populations.

Part II: Supervision and Controls over the Work

Works under the specific supervision of a cook or Kitchen Manager who provides direction in the preparation of food products and assigns support tasks. The employee is expected to follow directions and make simple adjustments as necessary to resolve problems.

Part III: Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve meal components to customers on service line.
• Prepare meals by following recipes, gathering ingredients, and cooking materials.
• Monitor food cooking and follow Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) procedures.
• Assist in securing equipment and supplies.
• Assist with production records, HACCP documentation, and ordering supplies.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and maintain a sanitary work environment.
• Required to follow Board policies and stay updated on changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administrator and/or designee.

Part IV: Minimum Qualifications

• Successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities.
• Knowledge of current methods of food preparation, health codes, and sanitation.
• Ability to serve appropriate portion sizes rapidly and neatly.
• Ability to operate point of service system.
• Effective communication skills.
• Initiative and ability to work under direction and make sound decisions.
• Ability to cooperate with others in fast-paced conditions.
• Ability to be flexible to changing work environments.
• Basic math computation skills.
• Washington State Food Handler's Permit required.

Part V: Desired Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Job-related experience in food preparation and serving.
• Previous experience in a routine cafeteria setting.
• Certification with School Nutrition Association.

Part VI: Physical and Environmental Requirements of the Position

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, lift, sit, move about, hear, and speak. Noise level may be high from kitchen equipment and students at meals. Required to stand for prolonged periods and perform repetitive movements. Other physical abilities include carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, and reaching. Employee will be exposed to heat from ovens and cutting equipment.

Insurance Benefits

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and basic life insurance benefits.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

Eligible employees must be members of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. Employees can participate in tax-deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans.

THIS IS A UNION POSITION

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Thurston 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.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Effective June 11, 1992, all new employees must complete a satisfactory fingerprint and sexual misconduct background check. Employment is considered temporary until receipt of satisfactory check.