Cook's Helper - Madras High School

Young World Physical Education; Madras (OR); On-site; USD 24,039 - 30,210; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance, AD&D, long term disability

Paid personal and sick days

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a Cook's Helper at Madras High School, starting August 31, 2026. This role involves assisting in food production, serving, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. No prior experience needed, as on-the-job training will be provided.

The position offers a pay rate between $17.45 and $21.93 per hour, along with benefits including insurance and retirement contributions. A Food Handler’s Card is required or must be obtained upon hiring.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating ability to perform described duties.
• Current Food Handler’s Card or ability to obtain one upon hire.
• No experience required; skills learned on the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food production and serving under supervision.
• Clean kitchen facilities and equipment as assigned.
• Undergo training in foodservice operations.

Skills

Ability to lift, push and pull 40 lbs

Knowledge of food safety practices

Education

Current Food Handler’s Card

Job description

Cook's Helper - Madras High School

JEFFERSON COUNTY SD 509J FOOD SERVICES - Madras, Oregon Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5803045
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jun 25, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Start Date: August 31, 2026

Location: Madras High School

Hours: 8 hrs/day Monday 5:00am-1:30pm Tuesday - Friday 4:30am - 1pm

Jefferson County School District is committed to seeing every student realize their full potential while receiving a top-tier education. Our small Central Oregon community is rich in culture and beauty, providing some of the greatest assets Oregon has to offer. You’ll find breathtaking views, an abundance of outdoor activities and plenty of unique and enriching community events. It’s the perfect place to make an impact on the world, one student at a time.

The Cook's Helper under supervision of an assistant cook, head cook or a supervisor the employee performs the routine duties involved in the production and serving of food and in cleaning kitchen facilities and equipment as assigned. This is the entry and general helper level in the school meals program. Employees in this class receive on-the-job training in the basic food production and cafeteria operations from an assistant cook, head cook or a supervisor.

Education, Experience and Certification/License (Minimum Qualifications)

• Any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described within this job description
• Current Food Handler’s Card or ability to obtain one upon hire
• No experience required. Skills and abilities are learned on the job
• Able to lift, push and pull 40 lbs on a continual basis

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of national school lunch and school breakfast programs
• Experience in the foodservice industry

Compensation

• Wage Schedule: $17.45 - $21.93 per hour*26/27 wages TBD
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance, AD&D, Long term disability included (Optional insurances available)
• Personal days and Sick days
• JCSD 509-J pays the employee's share (6%) of the Public Employees Retirement System Contribution

Application Process: Interested candidates are required to apply at the following link: http://jeffersonco.tedk12.com/hire with online application, letter of interest, current resume and professional references.

Employment contingent upon a successful outcome of Fingerprinting and Background Check. The $82.50 fee associated with criminal history record checks & fingerprinting, shall be the responsibility of the individual at the time of hire.

Visit our website at: https://www.jcsd.k12.or.us/

Jefferson County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Par #396

CC #1689

Position Type: Permanent

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

• Patti Jobe , Food Services Supervisor
• FOOD SERVICES
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]