Cook, (PIO)

SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL DIST 201; Sunnyside (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL DIST 201 is seeking a Cook (PIO) at Pioneer Elementary in Sunnyside, WA. The role involves preparing and serving nutritious meals, maintaining sanitary facilities, and supporting daily kitchen operations within the National School Lunch Program framework.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid Food & Beverage Service Workers Permit, and ability to work as part of a team. Salary is $24.11 per hour with full-time hours and benefits through the district.

Qualifications

• Washington State Food & Beverage Service Workers Permit.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Job-related experience is desired.
• Previous experience in school food service or comparable experience preferred.
• ASFSA & WSFSA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for the National School Lunch Program.
• Maintain sanitary kitchen and service areas.
• Ensure food supply during meal periods.
• Store and dispose of unused food properly.
• Prepare menu item lists.
• Monitor student choices to meet nutrition requirements.
• Clean refrigerator and storeroom regularly.
• Support other duties to ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety & sanitation

Math basics

Communication

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cook, (PIO)

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Job Details

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Must be 21 years of age or older.

Required : Must upload a copy of High School diploma, High School transcript, or G.E.D.

POSITION TITLE: Cook, (PIO)

LOCATION: Pioneer Elementary

DATE POSTED: 10/08/2026

JOB NUMBER:CL074-27-08

HOURS/DAYS: 5.0/186 (Prorated for 2026-2027 school year)

BENEFITS: PSE Food Service Benefits

Sunnyside School District

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Cook

REPORTS TO: Nutrition Services Director

UNIT CLASSIFICATION: PSE Food Service

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The job of the cook is to assist in the preparing and serving of nutritious meals and maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in the cooking, preparing, and serving food for the proper nutritional needs of children within the National School Lunch Program.
• Assists in the daily clean up of the kitchen and service areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.
• Assists in the responsibility of ensuring that during meal serve periods the supply of food offered is replenished regularly.
• Assumes responsibility for the proper storage and disposal of unused food.
• Assists in the preparing of an order list of items specified on the menu.
• Monitors students’ food choices for the purpose of meeting mandated requirements and ensuring adequate nutrition.
• Performs regular cleaning of refrigerator and storeroom as scheduled by the Head Cook.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 5% sitting, 15% walking, and 80% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and hazardous conditions

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Washington State Food & Beverage Service Workers Permit.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Job-related experience is desired.
• Previous experience in school food service or comparable experience preferred.
• ASFSA & WSFSA certification preferred.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work as part of a team with students and adults in a positive and cooperative manner.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Knowledge of basic kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Ability to communicate with students, staff, parents, and community in a pleasant and helpful manner.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Licenses/Special Requirements

Valid photo identification

Social Security Card

WSP/FBI fingerprint/background clearance

EVALUATION:

* * The list of essential functions in this job description is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by determination of an appropriate administrator and Human Resources.

Last Revision (date): June 12, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24.11 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required