Assistant Cook/Cashier

DEFINITION OF POSITION: Works under the direction of the Head Cook. The primary purpose of this job is to assist in the preparation, cooking, and serving of a variety of foods in the food service program. Use a point of service computer program to record student/adult meals, accept payments from students, maintain financial records, and make daily bank deposits. A change in location may occur based on staffing/program needs.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Head Cook

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Food Handler's permit
• Experience with food preparation
• Possess basic skills in reading, record keeping, and mathematics
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Understanding of, and experience with following, food safety standards and proper food handling procedures
• Experience in data entry, records management and applicable software
• Experience cashiering and record keeping
• Experience working with young people

ESSENTIAL JOB-RELATED ACTIVITIES:

• Assist in the preparation of a variety of foods using a variety of food service equipment under the direction of the head cook and nutrition services supervisor
• Follow USDA Child Nutrition Program guidelines and regulations
• Ensure that produce, dairy, meats, fish, poultry, foods, and supplies are stored and rotated to maximize freshness and minimize waste
• Record student and adult meals into point of service software program following district policies and procedures
• Accept payments on accounts for student and adult meals
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment such as ovens, scales, mixers, vegetable slicers, and dishwashers
• Maintain high standards of safety and sanitation to ensure the safety and health of staff and students following Nutrition Services policies and procedures
• Perform related duties as assigned including organizing, cleaning, and dishwashing
• Assist in maintaining accurate reporting of sales transactions, account balances, collection of funds, preparation of daily deposit slips, daily reports, and deposits for bank pickups using point of sale software; take daily deposits to the bank
• Follow instructions from head cook and nutrition services supervisor
• Communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse backgrounds; participate fully in a team environment
• Work with colleagues in a collaborative manner and be a positive team builder
• Meet multiple demands in pressure situations and maintain high levels of quality work
• Maintain confidentiality
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• Work with minimal supervision and be flexible
• Read and respond to district and departmental e-mails and communications
• Perform other tasks as assigned

TERMS OF CONTRACT:

• Salary: Unrepresented Classified Employee, Assistant Cook/Cashier: $20.98 - $24.78 per hour
• Length of Contract: 6.5 hours/day (7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.), 180 days per year
• Benefits/Leaves: Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage is provided through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year. Retirement benefits are provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Additional benefits may include sick/emergency leave and personal leave as per board policy.

The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts of America or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent, (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org, and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Assistant Director of Special Services (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org. 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at (509) 332-3584. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR): https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ ocr/index.html. Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: https://www.pullmanschools. org/hib-discrimination

PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER