Temporary School Cafeteria Cook II - Bilingual Preferred

INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY; Independence (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Elementary in Independence, Oregon seeks a Cook II for the 2026-27 school year, starting immediately. The role focuses on preparing and serving meals to students and staff, maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen, and ensuring budgeted operations. This is a temporary, full‑time position under the Food Service department.

Responsibilities include coordinating with nutrition staff, handling food inventories, and addressing inquiries about meals. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• SKILLS are required to perform single, non-technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Specific skills include adhering to safety practices and operating equipment used in food service.
• KNOWLEDGE includes basic math, reading and following instructions, and understanding written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Arranges food and beverages for serving to students and staff.
• Cleans utensils, equipment, and serving areas for sanitary conditions.
• Inventories food items and supplies to ensure availability.
• Monitors kitchen and cafeteria areas for safety and sanitation.
• Prepares food to meet nutritional and meal requirements.
• Responds to inquiries about meals and costs.
• Serves prepared food to meet nutritional requirements.

Skills

Safety practices

Equipment operation

Basic math

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Independence Elementary in Independence, Oregon seeks a Cook II for the 2026-27 school year, starting immediately. The role focuses on preparing and serving meals to students and staff, maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen, and ensuring budgeted operations. This is a temporary, full‑time position under the Food Service department.

Responsibilities include coordinating with nutrition staff, handling food inventories, and addressing inquiries about meals. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.