Summer School - Food Services - Elementary Head Cook

POSITION POSTING

The Moses Lake School District is seeking applications for a Head Cook for the  Summer Programs . Submit online application with all required documentation.

 POSITION POSTING

Hours/Salary: TBD

Summer Program Dates: June 15-August 7, 2026 (No school June 19 or July 3rd)

Payment Dates:  Paid by timesheet in two payments on July 31st and August 31st

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
2. Valid Washington State Department of Health Food Handler’s Card.
   
   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain industrial kitchen equipment.
2. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance.
3. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with district staff, students, parents and the general public using tact, courtesy, and good judgment.
4. Bilingual preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrated ability to perform basic math calculations; order products and supplies according to attendance and production requirements (written skills test required).
2. Knowledge and understanding of all S.P.I. requirements for food services.
3. Demonstrated ability to change menus based upon proportioned quantities.
4. Ability to complete production records and maintain accurate meal counts.
5. Ability to communicate in English effectively, both verbally and in writing.
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative, and positive working relationships with fellow food service staff and other district personnel.
7. Demonstrated punctuality and ability to maintain excellent record of attendance.
8. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find acceptable.
   
   

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for all aspects of meal preparation including food preparation, cooking, assembly, service, and clean-up of meals in accordance with MLSD Food Service policies and procedures and in compliance with regulations concerning meal pattern requirements.
2. Supervise all on-site assistant cooks and servers/helpers. Monitor work assignments, hours worked, and behavior.
3. Complete appropriate government production records for all food prepared on-site.
4. Properly record and account for all served meals, as specified in regulations for the National School Lunch Program.
5. Maintain records of account debits and credits for students and school staff.
6. Order and receive food deliveries from central warehouse and other food suppliers as needed.
7. Supervise and instruct student workers assisting with the meal period.
8. Follow proper sanitation, safety, and temperature control procedures in accordance with Washington State Health Department standards.
9. Maintain a safe work environment and report all problems to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
10. Complete paperwork as required by Food Services Department. To include, but not limited to:
    
    • Meal and cash accounting records
    • Inventory
    • Meals per labor hour data
    • Order forms
    • Government production records
11. Exhibit excellent attendance and punctuality.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Food Services Director.

 The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Civil Rights, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity officer, Michelle Musso, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766-2650, mmusso@mlsd161.org; OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Samantha Burgess, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766- 2670, sburgess@mlsd161.org.