Cook, TEMPORARY (HMS)

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

Benefits offered by this job

PSE Food Service Benefits

Job summary

SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL DIST 201 is seeking a TEMPORARY Cook at Harrison Middle School in Sunnyside, Washington. The role involves preparing and serving nutritious meals under the Nutrition Services Director and maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment.

Requires 21+ years of age, high school diploma or GED, and ability to meet nutrition program guidelines. The position is 7.5 hours per day during approximately 145 days, with benefits through PSE Food Service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Washington State food service related permit or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cooking, preparing, and serving nutritious meals for students.
• Maintain sanitary kitchen and service areas.
• Ensure adequate food supply during meal service periods.
• Store and dispose of unused food properly.
• Prepare order lists based on the menu.
• Monitor students' food choices to meet nutrition requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety & sanitation

Basic math

Communication

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cook, TEMPORARY (HMS)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5955427
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 08, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

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, TEMPORARY (HMS)

LOCATION: Harrison Middle School

DATE POSTED: 10/08/2026

JOB NUMBER:CL073-27-08

HOURS/DAYS: 7.5/TBD (Approximately 145 Days)

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: Nutrition Services Director

* * 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

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