This is a continuing position for the remainder of the 2024-25 school year.

Note: This position is open to qualified CERSD employees from November 1- November 8th, 2024. Applications submitted from outside the district will not be considered until November 9th, 2024. Screening of applications will be reviewed as submitted and interviews will be scheduled for selected qualified applicants. The position is open until filled.

The job of cook is the preparing and distributing food service items for consumption by students and school personnel; maintaining inventories of food service items and maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition.

Requirement: Food Handler Permit required within 14 days of employment. (Visit Kittitas County Public Health Department website for information.)

Essential Job Functions:

• Inspects received items of food and/or supplies for the purpose of ensuring specifications, quantity, and quality of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements.
• Stocks food, condiments, and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.
• Prepares food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and projected meal requirements.
• Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school staff.
• Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation, and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.
• Prepares documentation for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Procures equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining an adequate inventory to complete jobs efficiently within budget guidelines.
• Directs food service workers and other personnel as assigned for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the workforce and meeting shift requirements.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Performs such other related duties as may be requested by the Kitchen Manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge and demonstrated experience regarding food preparation techniques, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledgeable of USDA guidelines.
• Possess a strong commitment to customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, consensus-building atmosphere.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other employees and students using tact, courtesy, and good judgment.
• Skills to operate office equipment including use of computer applications.

Terms of Employment:

• Affiliation: PSE Classified Union
• Days: 7 hours a day, 5 days a week
• Hourly rate enhancement: credit for college degrees or certifications per PSE contract. Max is based on 25 years of in-district experience.
• Contract: Prorated 193 Day classified contracted calendar.

Start Date: ASAP or within 2 weeks of hire.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with this job. This job description is not a contract of employment, a promise, or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

The Cle Elum-Roslyn 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.

The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: HR Director Sara Sahlinger for Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance at 4244 Bullfrog Rd, Cle Elum WA, 509-852-4835 or Special Programs Director Carrieanne Selzler for Section 504/ADA Compliance at 4244 Bullfrog Rd, Cle Elum WA, 509-852-4842.

Benefits through SEBB is determined by the number of hours an employee is anticipated to work during the school year. Any employee who is scheduled to work 630 hours or more in a school year (September 1 through August 31) is eligible for benefits.

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance through SEBB.
• Up to 12 sick days per school year and up to 3 personal days per year.
• Two retirement plan choices available with DRS, Plan 2 and 3.
• Up to 11 holidays per year, depending on start date.

• Food Handler Permit required within 14 days of employment.
• Thorough knowledge and demonstrated experience regarding food preparation techniques, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledgeable of USDA guidelines.
• Strong commitment to customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other employees and students.
• Skills to operate office equipment including use of computer applications.