Cook 2

State of Washington • Mason County – Shelton, WA

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About The Position

The Cook 2 supports the Washington State Patrol Training Division by performing skilled cooking duties and leading food preparation areas to provide high-quality, nutritious meals to students and guests. The role prepares meals and baked goods for daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and assists with open houses, awards ceremonies, and other special events. Work also includes meal preparation coordination, inventory, assistance with ordering and receiving products, meetings and training, opening or closing the work area, cleaning, and following Washington State Food Code and Department of Health requirements. The position may work one of two schedules: 5 a.m. to 1 p.m., or 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. It is overtime eligible.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting, pushing, and pulling 50 pounds or more; working in hot, humid areas; occasionally working a 13-hour day; and standing for most of a shift.
• Ability to work closely with others or independently toward a common goal.
• Ability to manage time, meet timelines, and adjust to fluctuating student counts.
• Ability to interact with consumers professionally and courteously.
• Ability to operate and clean kitchen tools and equipment safely and properly.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines to avoid risk of injury.
• Applicants must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• One year of paid professional cooking or baking experience, or successful completion of a course in large-scale cooking.
• Experience converting recipes for service in a large-scale food service establishment.
• Experience in grocery or supply procurement, receiving, stocking, and/or inventory.
• Experience with or knowledge of large-scale food service practices and procedures, including food preparation, heating and cooling, storage, sanitation, and safety.
• Current Washington State Food and Beverage Workers Permit, or ability to obtain one within 14 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in a large-scale food service operation in support of the WSP Training Division.
• Prepare baked goods and meals for daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and assist with special events.
• Wash dishes and clean the kitchen and dining area before and after meals.
• Safely operate and clean large-scale kitchen equipment and other kitchen tools.
• Coordinate daily meal preparation; take inventories; and assist with ordering, receiving, and handling products.
• Open and/or close the work area and lead operations in an assigned area of responsibility.
• Follow Washington State Food Code, Department of Health rules and guidelines, and safety practices.
• Attend meetings and participate in training.
• Interact professionally and courteously with consumers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed