Lead Cook – Large-Scale Nutrition for Youth Programs

State of Washington; Snoqualmie (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement plans

Paid leave and training

Job summary

Washington State's Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is hiring a Cook 2 to direct oversight of nutritional programming ensuring youth receive healthy meals that support health and treatment goals. You will lead meal preparation, coordinate daily kitchen operations, and mentor other food service staff in a large-scale facility.

As a Cook 2, you will supervise across shifts, teach culinary skills to youth, and ensure compliance with OSPI and federal school nutrition requirements.

Qualifications

• Two years of cooking experience in large-scale food service; substitution allowed for one year.
• One year as a Cook 1 in State service.
• Current Food Worker card.
• Ability to learn and adapt to others' needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in preparation and service of food.
• Instruct youth in food preparation, sanitation, and safety.
• Oversee kitchen operations across shifts.
• Inspect refrigerators, freezers, hot carts, and steam tables.
• Maintain and inventory kitchen equipment.

Skills

Cooking in large-scale food service

Leadership in fast-paced kitchen

Food safety

HACCP knowledge

Basic computer skills

Follow written and oral instructions

Education

Two years cooking experience in large-scale food service

One year as a Cook 1 in State service

Current Food Worker card

Course in large-scale cooking substitution

Tools

Job description

Washington State's Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is hiring a Cook 2 to direct oversight of nutritional programming ensuring youth receive healthy meals that support health and treatment goals. You will lead meal preparation, coordinate daily kitchen operations, and mentor other food service staff in a large-scale facility.

As a Cook 2, you will supervise across shifts, teach culinary skills to youth, and ensure compliance with OSPI and federal school nutrition requirements.