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.
• Assisting assigned food services personnel in food preparation.
• Maintaining the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Maintaining all food handling and storage in compliance with state health department guidelines.
• Preparing food according to a planned menu and determining if the finished product is of best quality, both in flavor and appearance before it is served.
• Serving breakfast and/or lunches to students or selling ala carte items.
• Cleaning cafeteria area, including the sanitation and wiping down of tables prior to storage.
• Assisting the head cook as requested.
• Reporting immediately to the food service supervisor any problems or accidents occurring in the kitchen or on the cafeteria premises.
• Reporting to the food service supervisor any faulty or inferior quality food that is received.
• Performing the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, the washing and sterilizing of all dishes, silverware, and utensils.
• Performing other food service-related duties as assigned pursuant to the contract.
• Performing the essentials of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Completing work assigned.
• Consistently dealing with people in a courteous and professional manner.
• Must have regular attendance.
• Demonstrating good judgment and common sense.
• Capable of standing/walking without restrictions.
• Demonstrating ability to operate and care for kitchen equipment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation and benefits that are competitive with industry standards if the substitute works, or is anticipated to work, 630 hrs 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.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental benefits available through the Washington State Healthcare Authority.
• Sick Leave.

• Food Handler's Permit.
• High School Diploma.
• Washington State Driver's License.
• WSP Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Ability to assist in cooking, baking, and food preparation.
• Knowledge of safety and cleanliness standards in the kitchen.
• Capacity to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• Good judgment and common sense.
• Ability to work in a courteous and professional manner.