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OUR DISTRICT:

The Sultan School District is one of the larger geographical school districts in the Puget Sound area, consisting of approximately 325 square miles. Sultan School District has approximately 2,000 students enrolled K-12.  Students are currently served by two elementary schools, a middle school, a high school and an alternative high school; and the Sno-Isle Skills Center, a cooperative vocational technical school.

OUR COMMUNITY:

Located northeast of Seattle (seven miles east of Monroe) or about 20 minutes from the Woodinville area, Sultan is surrounded by a beautiful environmental setting. Our “backyard” is the scenic Skykomish River and Cascade Mountains.  Sultan School District includes the community of Sultan, Startup, and Gold Bar.  Students from Index attend Sultan High School.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Interested applicants should apply through our web-based application program and upload the required supporting documents at https://sultan.cloud.talentedk12.com/hire/index.aspx Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following documents:

• A letter of application addressing the qualifications and requirements of the position
• A current resume
• Two or more letters of recommendation (including current or former supervisors)
• Three or more confidential reference forms which will be completed electronically by your references
• High School Diploma
• Note: Current district employees need to submit only a letter of application on-line using the internal application process.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:

This position's responsibilities are to prepare nutritious and attractive meals for students and staff, and to safely store and prepare food, transport food to other school sites and clean kitchen utensils and equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Prepares breakfast and lunch meals for students and staff to provide nutrition for educational achievement; prepares and cooks hot dishes, sandwiches, salads, snacks and ala carte items; grates cheese, makes dressings and sauces and other food preparation tasks.
• Follows correct procedures for the preparation, cooking, holding and storage of food to ensure sanitation and safety.
• May order supplies such as, fruit, vegetables, baked products, meat, paper products, utensils and other items needed for menus; assesses quantity needs; receives and checks orders.
• Cleans and washes kitchen utensils, equipment, pots and pans and food preparation surfaces to ensure sanitation and safety.
• Maintains kitchen safety and security by checking that appliances and lights are off after use, by locking cash box and refrigerator and securing area.
• Supervises student helpers as needed; provides guidance, training and instruction in proper food handling, serving and sanitation; monitors and corrects student behavior.
• Correctly lift up to 35 pounds in various containers (i.e. heavy mixing bowls, cases of food, large pans of unbaked and baked food, cases of canned and fresh vegetable and fruit)
• Record of dependability, flexibility, strong attendance. Must also maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
• Serves meals to students and staff, serves appropriate quantities and presents food attractively.
• Washes dishes, utensils, pots and pans; cleans and wipes food preparation surfaces, dishwashers and counters.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares list of next day’s order for food and supplies.
• Assists placing orders & completing inventories in cooperation with Lead Cook.
• May maintain records for free, reduced and paid meal tickets and cash purchases; counts and deposits money.
• May serve as cashier; makes change, counts money and prepares deposits.
• May serve food; serves appropriate quantities and presents food attractively.
• Serves as member of food services team of the district, performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position, including coverage of other positions during absences or emergencies.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Performs under strict meal deadlines.
• Required to time multiple tasks for completion in proper sequence.
• Required to anticipate quantities and order for cost-efficiency and proper storage.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Exposed to heat from ovens, burners and steam trays.
• Exposed to cutting and slicing equipment and machines with moving parts.
• Required to stand for prolonged periods.
• Required to move heavy supplies and full pans of food.
• Required to correctly lift heavy objects up to 35 pounds
• Exposed to high noise levels from kitchen equipment and students at meals.
• Required to wear protective clothing.

POSITION MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to follow menus and recipes.
• Skill in cooking, preparing and presenting nutritious and attractive meals.
• Knowledge in proper food handling techniques.
• Knowledge in food service safety and sanitation.
• Knowledge in nutrition.
• Skill in maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to accurately count and record money.
• Ability to order and account for food service items.
• Ability to supervise other food service staff.
• Ability to supervise student behavior.
• Ability to correctly lift heavy objects up to 35 pounds
• Ability to maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with students, staff and vendors.

EDUCATION, LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, FORMAL TRAINING:

• High school graduation or equivalent and one year of experience in commercial/institutional food preparation.
• Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis; advanced training in food service may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid Washington State Food Handler’s Permit.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• Experience serving food or as a cashier desirable. 
• Experience working with school-aged children desirable.

CONDITIONS: EMPLOYEES ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION. The preceding lists of positions functions, qualifications and requirements are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement:

The recommended applicant, if not a current employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Disclosure Statement and Background Check:

Pursuant to Chapter 43.43, Washington Laws of 1990, the recommended applicant will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he/she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law.  In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol.

The Sultan School District #311 is an equal opportunity employer.  The district complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap.  Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District Title IX Officer and/or Section 504 Coordinator, 514 4th ST, Sultan, WA  98294. Federal/State Criminal History Background Clearance will be required at applicant’s expense (employment status contingent on verification). The Sultan School District requires any employee hired in a position requiring a CDL to undergo a drug test as part of the employment process. Satisfactory completion of such a test is a condition of employment. Applicants are hereby notified that the Sultan School District is a weapon and drug-free work environment.

“Working collaboratively to achieve excellence for all students.”

Salary : $21 - $27