What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook Assistant position at Food Service?
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Job Summary: Food Service personnel are responsible to the Director of Food Service, Building Administrator, Food Service Field Supervisor, and the Cook Manager. The Cook Assistant makes a “School Meal Pattern” lunch available to every school child; assists in preparing and serving nutritious food as required by participation in the federal program; and provides sanitary working conditions.
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Location |
# of Hours |
Work Year |
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Kokanee Elementary |
3.75 |
193 days a year |
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North Creek High |
3.00 |
191 days a year |
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North Creek High |
5.00 |
191 days a year |
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Northshore Middle |
3.00 |
191 days a year |
Salary: $20.24-$24.65 Salary is based on the 24-25 Food Service Salary Schedule (subject to change) salary placement is based on experience and longevity and will be determined by Human Resources.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be neat, clean, alert, accurate, and have the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, staff and students. Requires strong basic skills to accurately follow written instructions and utilize basic math calculations. Position requires stamina (standing long hours) and ability to consistently lift 30 pounds. Must be a good role model and enjoy working with children. Must have or obtain a Food Handler’s permit. Specific qualifications are as follows:
- Ability to assist in preparation and service of all menu items for Breakfast and Lunch which is appealing and attractive to students
- Learn and become proficient in the operation of large equipment such as: ovens, range, dishwasher, meat slicer, garbage disposal, steam-jacketed kettle, proofer, steamers, and mixer
- Be able to maintain a clean kitchen with sanitary working conditions
- Know and contribute to routine required by job service program and specific kitchen
- Perform all duties necessary to maintain a "School Meal Pattern" lunch
- Ability to communicate effective with administrators, co-workers, parents, students and others as needed
Work Year: Hours and days vary (See above)
Benefits: Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31).
The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:
- Medical plans with prescription benefits
- Dental plans
- Vision plans
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
- Dependent Care Assistance Program
Application Procedure:
APPLICATION PROCEDURE (Internal Applicants)
- Complete a paper Transfer Form, which may be obtained from the Human Resources Office for Northshore School District, or on our website (nsd.org – select “Employment,” then “Current Employees,” then “HR Forms;” click on the blue link on the right under “Can’t find the form your looking for? Check the Northshore School District Staff Toolbox for Inter HR Forms here;” you’ll need to sign in, then select “Transfer Request Form” – (You will need to print the Transfer Request form and fill it out). You may also submit a resume, cover letter, and other relevant materials.
- Submit a completed transfer form, specifying the position and job number for which you are applying, to Human Resources by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date.
- Interviews and/or a written test may be required. The opportunity to take the written test will be given prior to the interview.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE (External Applicants)
- Complete an online application.
- Attach a cover letter and resume.
- Enter 3 references, including their name, professional relationship to you, phone, and email. Confidential Reference Forms are automatically emailed via the application system.
- You may also submit other supporting information of your choosing.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Northshore School Board.
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Salary : $20 - $25
