Lead Cook: Youth Nutrition & Kitchen Ops

State of Washington; Snoqualmie (WA); Presencial; USD 43.000 - 57.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The State of Washington is seeking a Cook 2 in Snoqualmie, WA to lead nutritional meal preparation and kitchen operations for DCYF Juvenile Rehabilitation. You will supervise staff, prepare meals to standard recipes, ensure safety and quality, and mentor youth in food service tasks.

The role involves shift coverage, adherence to HACCP standards, and compliance with school nutrition requirements. Join a dedicated team delivering healthy meals in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to

Formación

• Two years of cooking experience in large-scale food service or culinary operation. Completion of course in large-scale cooking may substitute for one year of experience.
• OR
• One year as a Cook 1 in State service.
• A current Food Worker card.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise and participate in preparation and service of food.
• Oversee, delegate, and instruct food preparation duties.
• Prepare food following standardized recipes.
• Inspect food being prepared to ensure the proper quantity, quality, and handling.
• Supervise, monitor and instruct youth in food preparation, sanitation, and safety procedures as part of their participation in the work experience program.
• Ensure daily inspection of refrigerators, freezers, hot carts, and steam tables for proper temperature control.
• Operate state vehicles to safely transport prepared meal carts and food supplies to designated cottages and service areas.
• Operate and maintain all standard and industrial kitchen equipment in a large-scale kitchen environment.
• Ensure cleaning of kitchen, dining area, utensils, and equipment.
• Receive and put away food supplies.
• Maintain and inventory kitchen equipment and report missing items to Security.

Conocimientos

Leadership in kitchen

HACCP knowledge

Basic computer skills

Follow written and oral instructions

Cooking in large-scale food service

Food Worker card

Two years cooking experience

State service Cook 1 experience

Descripción del empleo

The State of Washington is seeking a Cook 2 in Snoqualmie, WA to lead nutritional meal preparation and kitchen operations for DCYF Juvenile Rehabilitation. You will supervise staff, prepare meals to standard recipes, ensure safety and quality, and mentor youth in food service tasks.

The role involves shift coverage, adherence to HACCP standards, and compliance with school nutrition requirements. Join a dedicated team delivering healthy meals in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to