Ocosta - Substitute Cooks

The Ocosta School District is accepting applications for Substitute Cooks. We are interested in candidates who are committed to students and to a continuing program of personal and professional growth.

General Qualifications:

• Food Handler's Permit
• High School Diploma
• Washington State Driver's License
• WSP Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Cook Duties:

• The cook's primary responsibility will be to assist the head cook in cooking, baking, preparing, and serving food items that meet mandated nutritional requirements; verifying quantities and specifications of orders; maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition; and assisting assigned food services personnel in food preparation.
• Maintains the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Maintains all food handling and storage in compliance with state health department guidelines.
• Prepares food according to a planned menu and determines if the finished product is of best quality, both in flavor and appearance before it is served.
• Serves breakfast and/or lunches to students or sells ala carte items.
• Cleans cafeteria area, including the sanitation and wiping down of tables prior to storage.
• Assists head cook as requested.
• Reports immediately to the food service supervisor any problems or accidents occurring in the kitchen or on the cafeteria premises.
• Reports to the food service supervisor any faulty or inferior quality food that is received.
• Performs the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, the washing and sterilizing of all dishes, silverware, and utensils.
• Performs other food service-related duties as assigned pursuant to the contract.
• Performs the essentials of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Completes work assigned.
• Consistently deals with people in a courteous and professional manner.
• Must have regular attendance.
• Demonstrate good judgment and common sense.
• Capable of standing/walking without restrictions.
• Demonstrate ability to operate and care for kitchen equipment and ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation and benefits that are competitive with industry standards
• If the substitute works, or is anticipated to work, 630hrs per school year or more: Medical/Dental/Vision/Supplemental benefits are available through the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB)
• Sick Leave

Employment is contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and Sexual Misconduct background check.