School Cafeteria Kitchen Assistant – Morning Shift

North Thurston Public Schools; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

North Thurston Public Schools is hiring a Cook Helper for Lacey Elementary. The role supports meal programs, assists cooks, and maintains kitchen sanitation and safety standards in a fast-paced school cafeteria.

The position requires flexibility, strong communication with diverse populations, and the ability to follow HACCP guidelines. Wage ranges reflect a school district environment with union guidelines and standard benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with culturally diverse families and communities.
• Knowledge of food preparation, health codes and sanitation.
• Ability to serve portions rapidly and neatly.
• Ability to operate point of sale system.
• Effective communication with students, staff, co-workers and community.
• Initiative and ability to work under direction of senior personnel.
• Flexibility to changing work environments.
• Ability to perform basic math computations.
• Washington State Food Handler’s Permit required.

Responsibilities

• Serve meal components to customers on service line.
• Prepare meals following recipes and procedures; portion and serve.
• Monitor HACCP procedures and reheat items as needed.
• Secure equipment and supplies; store food and equipment properly.
• Assist with production records, HACCP documentation, and ordering supplies.
• Maintain a sanitary work environment; wash dishes and clean as needed.
• Follow district policies and stay updated with changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administrator or designee.

Skills

Communication

Diversity outreach

Teamwork

Math basics

Following directions

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Point of service system

Job description

North Thurston Public Schools is hiring a Cook Helper for Lacey Elementary. The role supports meal programs, assists cooks, and maintains kitchen sanitation and safety standards in a fast-paced school cafeteria.

The position requires flexibility, strong communication with diverse populations, and the ability to follow HACCP guidelines. Wage ranges reflect a school district environment with union guidelines and standard benefits.