Food Service Assistant

Centralia College is on a 30-acre campus of modern buildings set among walking paths, lawns, and native plantings just a few blocks from the heart of Centralia, Washington. The college has served students in the Lewis County region since 1925 and is the oldest continuously operating community college in Washington State. The city of Centralia is a historic railroad and river shipping hub with a vibrant downtown and railway station.

As a comprehensive community college, Centralia College offers academic transfer and workforce programs, as well as adult basic education, English as a Second Language (ESL), and personal enrichment classes. The college also offers five Bachelor of Applied Science degrees.

In addition to the main campus in Centralia, Centralia College East in Morton is a smaller site that serves the needs of students in east Lewis County. Centralia College is committed to the success of all students, and thus also provides educational programs at two corrections centers in southwest Washington and one juvenile facility. In total, the college serves more than 4,800 students annually. For nearly 100 years, several generations of Lewis County residents have looked to Centralia College for their education and training needs.

Centralia College is committed to student success, academic excellence, and enhancing and supporting our diverse community in an inclusive and equitable learning environment. We encourage applicants with demonstrated experience collaborating with, and serving, people from a wide range of backgrounds.

For more information on Centralia College and the Centralia area, call 360-736-9391 or visit www.centralia.edu.

Under the supervision of the Food Services Director, this position is responsible for performing specialized cooking tasks and leading food preparation within the food service areas of Centralia College. Collaborating closely with the Blazer Bistro Manager and Food Services Director, this role ensures the safety and sanitation of food service areas and works independently to maintain cafeteria functionality while serving as head cook. Additionally, this position provides support for catering, espresso, and concession operations as needed.

The regular schedule for this position will be 6:30AM to 3PM Monday through Friday. This position may be required to work extended hours, weekends and evening to ensure adequate coverage of food services. It is essential the incumbent keep an up-to-date food handlers permit with the State of Washington.

• Leads food preparation and cooking for the cafeteria, bistro and caterings events. May cut, wrap, and store meat, fish, and poultry; May bake desserts and pastries such as pies, cakes, and cookies. Prepares and cooks a variety of food items, including vegetables, soups, salads, sandwiches, and pizza while following menus, recipes, and instructions, adjusting quantities based on demand.
• Examines prepared food to ensure appropriate quantity, quality, and handling; trains assigned staff in food preparation and proper handing techniques.
• Operates all food equipment such as mixers, ovens, shredders, fryer, grill and steam kettles.
• Assists in preparing menus and determining amount of food to meet menu requirements; keeps records and makes reports; submits inventory requirements to director.
• Leads and participates in the cleaning of kitchen and equipment; assures that standards of sanitation and safety are met; address concerns and suggest changes to director.
• Inventories and maintains necessary supplies and goods for assigned meals.
• Leads and participates in the storage and utilization of leftover ingredients and products; rotates stock
• Assists Food Service Director and Blazer Bistro Manager with all catering functions that require onsite support, espresso and concessions stand operations during and outside business hours.
• Ensure successful use of computer to utilize Microsoft Office products; regularly check and respond to Outlook emails; utilize ctcLink to submit timesheets and leave requests.
• Assist with opening/closing cafeteria functions such as daily deposits and cash counts.
• Pick up mail; receive, unload, move and process inventory, packages, and freight, up to 50lbs.

• Two years' cooking experience in a large-scale food services or culinary operation
• Completion of course in large-scale cooking may be substituted for one year of experience

• Experience working in a school cafeteria
• Experience working in auxiliary services of an institution of higher education

This is a twelve (12) month per year, full-time professional technical overtime eligible exempt position. The salary is $42,000 - $48,000 (DOQ/DOE) annually depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. The state of Washington provides a comprehensive benefits package for state employees. The position may participate in the TIAA/CREF retirement system.

DEADLINE: The screening committee will begin their first review on February 10, 2025. Position is open until filled.

Compensation

Annual Salary: $42,000 - 48,000 (DOQ/DOE)

Application Process

Interested candidates may apply by submitting the following items:

• Online Application
• Cover Letter that addresses your interest in the position and ability to perform the responsibilities described in this announcement.
• Detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience that demonstrates how you meet the qualifications.
• List of at least three professional references with contact information. References are typically contacted after interviews.

If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Centralia College has a strong institutional commitment to the principles of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we strongly urge all qualified applicants, especially people of color, persons of disability, women, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans, to apply. Centralia College is an Equal Opportunity employer.

It is the policy of Centralia College to assure equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 40), religion, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.

Centralia College does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Designated Title II, VI, VII, IX, Section 504, ADA compliance officer: Vice President for Human Resources and Equity, Hanson Hall Room 101, Centralia College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099, (360)623-8943.

The Human Resources Office is accessible for persons with disabilities. Those who need disability accommodation in the application/employment process, please call (360)623-8943.

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Centralia College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit, Title IX.