2026-27 Cook (5:30am-1:30pm) - Mountain View Elementary
Young World Physical Education, Lacey, WA, United States
2026-27 Cook (5:30am-1:30pm) - Mountain View Elementary
Job Details
Job ID: 5668454
Application Deadline: May 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Apr 24, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined
Job Description
Employment Begins: 2026-2027 School Year
7.5 hours/day; 5 days/week; 195 days/year
Position Summary
Participates in the operation and preparation of food in a kitchen/cafeteria. Serves as a main/side dish cook, baker, and dessert cook. Prepares food according to standardized recipes and specified quantities. Follows nutritional guidelines as established by the district and as recommended by professional associations.
Supervision and Controls over the Work
The school cook receives day-to-day direction from the Kitchen Manager and receives specific performance requirements and guidelines from the supervisor of food and nutritional services. Operates within district and school policies and procedures, safety and quality control requirements, and in compliance with State and County health codes and by applying acceptable professional standards.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Food Preparation
Read menus, recipes and directions for numbers of meals to be served.
Oversee preparation of meals including recipe/menu planning, serving amounts, proper temperature and student meal service schedules.
Calculate amount, measure, and mix ingredients for number of servings.
Compute time to use in preparing and finishing food products so they are prepared at the appropriate temperature and ready to consume according to the student meal service schedules.
Arrange and protect food products so that they are retained at the safety sanitary, and quality level.
Comply with state and county health codes by maintaining standards.
May direct the work of cook helpers or other cooks as appropriate.
Food Service, Cleaning and Maintenance
Assist in food service to students including providing appropriate serving and arrangement.
May assist in verifying student meal eligibility and/or collecting school funds.
Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment by assisting in cleaning cooking surfaces, utensils, pots, pans, trays.
Perform cleaning of spills and cooking products as necessary.
Assist in cleaning and maintaining equipment and notifying kitchen/cafeteria manager of equipment service, repair, and maintenance needs.
Administrative and Safety Functions
Supervise personnel and coordinate extra work such as catering, after school functions, summer meals.
Maintain awareness of energy conservation and suggest methods and procedures to consider.
Oversee and maintain department records and inventory of cooking supplies and materials.
Oversee process of cash reconciliation and related record keeping and bank deposits following procedures.
Secure equipment and supplies to protect against pilferage, loss, theft or abuse.
Maintain awareness of facility and equipment to detect and report any needs to prevent injuries or damage.
Prepare orders based on inventory; receive food and supplies checking against invoices.
Maintain current knowledge of quality food program by attending relevant training, classes and workshops.
Oversee required department records (menu planning sheets, standardized recipes, time sheets, etc.).
Provide feedback regarding staff evaluations.
Follow Board policies and stay abreast of updates and changes.
Perform other duties as assigned by administrator and/or designee.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful experience working with culturally diverse families and communities, or demonstrated commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population.
Knowledge of Child Nutrition guidelines as established by USDA.
Experience in food preparation, cooking and baking with application of nutritional knowledge.
Effective oral and written communication and ability to maintain good working relations with employees, students, community representatives, and school staff.
Initiative and ability to work with minimal direction; sound judgment and decision making capabilities are essential.
Ability to work under pressure, be flexible and manage program emergencies.
Ability to perform necessary mathematical calculations for effective food preparation; ability to read and comprehend English recipes and directions for equipment usage.
Desired Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
American School Food Service of America (ASFSA) Certification.
Four or more years of experience in a school environment involving preparation and service of large and varied number of meals and food products in a condensed period of time.
First Aid training/CPR.
Bilingual skills.
Must possess a valid Washington State Food Handler Permit and pass a criminal justice and fingerprint clearance.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent bending, lifting, sitting, moving, hearing, speaking; high noise level from kitchen equipment and students at meals; required to stand and be on feet for prolonged periods; move around for a full work shift and perform repetitive movements; carry, push, pull, balance, stoop and reach; withstand heat from ovens, burners and steam trays; exposure to cutting and slicing equipment and machines with moving parts.
Performance under strict meal deadlines; required to time tasks for completion in proper sequence; anticipate quantities and order for cost efficiency and proper storage.
Frequent interruptions, deal with a wide range of student, staff and public behaviors; may require shift focus; may experience daily shifts in work schedule; may occasionally deal with distraught or difficult individuals.
Required to move and lift heavy supplies and full pans of food weighing up to 40 pounds.
Vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus. Use of safety equipment as appropriate.
Use of computer equipment to complete reports, maintain inventories, etc. Possible exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials; wear protective clothing and assist students by cleaning meal spills.
Insurance Benefits
Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP).
Union Position
THIS IS A UNION POSITION
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Thurston School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, 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 Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Contact Information
Email: hr@ntps.org
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Job Details
Job ID: 5668454
Application Deadline: May 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Apr 24, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined
Job Description
Employment Begins: 2026-2027 School Year
7.5 hours/day; 5 days/week; 195 days/year
Position Summary
Participates in the operation and preparation of food in a kitchen/cafeteria. Serves as a main/side dish cook, baker, and dessert cook. Prepares food according to standardized recipes and specified quantities. Follows nutritional guidelines as established by the district and as recommended by professional associations.
Supervision and Controls over the Work
The school cook receives day-to-day direction from the Kitchen Manager and receives specific performance requirements and guidelines from the supervisor of food and nutritional services. Operates within district and school policies and procedures, safety and quality control requirements, and in compliance with State and County health codes and by applying acceptable professional standards.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Food Preparation
Read menus, recipes and directions for numbers of meals to be served.
Oversee preparation of meals including recipe/menu planning, serving amounts, proper temperature and student meal service schedules.
Calculate amount, measure, and mix ingredients for number of servings.
Compute time to use in preparing and finishing food products so they are prepared at the appropriate temperature and ready to consume according to the student meal service schedules.
Arrange and protect food products so that they are retained at the safety sanitary, and quality level.
Comply with state and county health codes by maintaining standards.
May direct the work of cook helpers or other cooks as appropriate.
Food Service, Cleaning and Maintenance
Assist in food service to students including providing appropriate serving and arrangement.
May assist in verifying student meal eligibility and/or collecting school funds.
Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment by assisting in cleaning cooking surfaces, utensils, pots, pans, trays.
Perform cleaning of spills and cooking products as necessary.
Assist in cleaning and maintaining equipment and notifying kitchen/cafeteria manager of equipment service, repair, and maintenance needs.
Administrative and Safety Functions
Supervise personnel and coordinate extra work such as catering, after school functions, summer meals.
Maintain awareness of energy conservation and suggest methods and procedures to consider.
Oversee and maintain department records and inventory of cooking supplies and materials.
Oversee process of cash reconciliation and related record keeping and bank deposits following procedures.
Secure equipment and supplies to protect against pilferage, loss, theft or abuse.
Maintain awareness of facility and equipment to detect and report any needs to prevent injuries or damage.
Prepare orders based on inventory; receive food and supplies checking against invoices.
Maintain current knowledge of quality food program by attending relevant training, classes and workshops.
Oversee required department records (menu planning sheets, standardized recipes, time sheets, etc.).
Provide feedback regarding staff evaluations.
Follow Board policies and stay abreast of updates and changes.
Perform other duties as assigned by administrator and/or designee.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful experience working with culturally diverse families and communities, or demonstrated commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population.
Knowledge of Child Nutrition guidelines as established by USDA.
Experience in food preparation, cooking and baking with application of nutritional knowledge.
Effective oral and written communication and ability to maintain good working relations with employees, students, community representatives, and school staff.
Initiative and ability to work with minimal direction; sound judgment and decision making capabilities are essential.
Ability to work under pressure, be flexible and manage program emergencies.
Ability to perform necessary mathematical calculations for effective food preparation; ability to read and comprehend English recipes and directions for equipment usage.
Desired Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
American School Food Service of America (ASFSA) Certification.
Four or more years of experience in a school environment involving preparation and service of large and varied number of meals and food products in a condensed period of time.
First Aid training/CPR.
Bilingual skills.
Must possess a valid Washington State Food Handler Permit and pass a criminal justice and fingerprint clearance.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent bending, lifting, sitting, moving, hearing, speaking; high noise level from kitchen equipment and students at meals; required to stand and be on feet for prolonged periods; move around for a full work shift and perform repetitive movements; carry, push, pull, balance, stoop and reach; withstand heat from ovens, burners and steam trays; exposure to cutting and slicing equipment and machines with moving parts.
Performance under strict meal deadlines; required to time tasks for completion in proper sequence; anticipate quantities and order for cost efficiency and proper storage.
Frequent interruptions, deal with a wide range of student, staff and public behaviors; may require shift focus; may experience daily shifts in work schedule; may occasionally deal with distraught or difficult individuals.
Required to move and lift heavy supplies and full pans of food weighing up to 40 pounds.
Vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus. Use of safety equipment as appropriate.
Use of computer equipment to complete reports, maintain inventories, etc. Possible exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials; wear protective clothing and assist students by cleaning meal spills.
Insurance Benefits
Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP).
Union Position
THIS IS A UNION POSITION
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Thurston School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, 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 Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Contact Information
Email: hr@ntps.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr