Elementary Kitchen Manager

KOKANEE ELEMENTARY; Woodinville (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Northshore School District is seeking an Elementary Kitchen Manager at KOKANEE ELEMENTARY in Woodinville, WA. The role reports to Food and Nutrition Services leadership and oversees the kitchen operation, staff, and student helpers to provide nutritious breakfasts and lunches for students.

Starting Date is Sep 1, 2026 with a 6-hour workday across 193 days per year. Salary ranges from $24.03 to $29.27 per hour, with placement based on experience and district salary schedules.

Qualifications

• Food Handler’s Permit required.
• Experience with large kitchen equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents.
• Ability to plan workload and adapt to varying service circumstances.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage kitchen operation and staff.
• Prepare school meals per federal and district guidelines.
• Maintain inventory and records for government reimbursement and financial accountability.
• Operate POS system and cash register as needed.
• Ensure sanitation, safety, and cleanliness of the kitchen environment.

Skills

Food service knowledge

Effective communication

Problem solving

Inventory management

Math calculations

Tools

POS system

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Elementary Kitchen Manager

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Job Details

Job ID: 5892994
Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 19, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Job Description

Thank you for your interest in a career with us! The Northshore School District is committed to a diverse workforce that reflects our students and our community, one that embraces and models equity and cultural competency.

Job Summary: Food Service personnel are responsible to the Director of Food and Nutrition Services and the Food and NutritionServices Field Supervisor. This position directs and manages the complete kitchen operation, kitchen staff and student assistants. The Manager is responsible for preparation of a “School Meal Pattern” breakfasts and lunches available to every school child; orders, prepares, and serves nutritious food as required by participation in the federal program; works cooperatively with staff, students, custodians, and parents; prepares all entrées, soups, breads, salads, and desserts for school meals for students and staff; follows recipes and adapts as needed to adjust quality; keeps accurate inventory of all goods ordered; keeps accurate records for government reimbursement and financial accountability; maintains a clean kitchen and sanitary working conditions; operates point of sale (POS) system and cash register as necessary and provides direction to staff on the operation of the POS system and cash register; and performs other related duties.

Salary: $24.03-$29.27 per hour. Salary is based on the 2025-2026 Food Service Salary Schedule (salary will be updated according to the 2026-27 school year salary schedule once it has been approved.) salary placement is based on experience and longevity and will be determined by Human Resources.

Work Year: 193 days per year, 6 hours per day

Employment Qualifications: Food Handler’s Permit required.

• Knowledge of Food Service Routines and Procedures
  • Ability to work with large and small equipment such as ovens, dishwashers, combi-oven, meat slicer, microwave, garbage disposal, mixer, and hot cabinet.
  • Ability to operate point of sale system and computer with specific software.
• Ability to Communicate Effectively
  • Communicate effectively with building administrators, co-workers, parents and
  • Ability to model a positive, caring attitude towards students and staff.
• Ability to Problem Solve
  • Ability to be flexible in a variety of food preparation and service circumstances.
  • Ability to plan workload.
• Ability to Read, Write, and Perform Basic Math Calculations with Accuracy
• Able to Maintain a Neat and Clean Appearance and Meet the District Uniform Requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS: Works in a kitchen environment; may have to stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to lift 30 pounds on a regular basis and requires occasional lifting and carrying of equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds.

Benefits: Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31).

The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

• Medical plans with prescription benefits
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Northshore School Board. New hires must complete a probationary period following their hire date.

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$24.03 to $29.27 Per Hour

Job Categories

Support Staff > Food Service

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northshore School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged unlawful discrimination: Director of Human Resources (Title IX, ADA and Civil Rights Compliance), Director of Student Services (Section 504), 3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell, WA 98021, 425-408-6000.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Northshore School District - Human Resources
• 3330 Monte Villa Parkway
• Bothell, Washington 98021
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]