Cook I (Elder's)

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe • Auburn, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, assists in planning, preparing, cooking and serving meals and cleaning the kitchen and surrounding work area at the Senior Center or other designated sites.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Six (6) months of commercial cooking experience or experience preparing a variety of food in large quantities
• Knowledge of food preparation and cooking
• Knowledge of food service equipment
• Knowledge of basic nutritional guidelines
• Knowledge of Washington State Health and Fire codes
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures
• Skills in cooking, baking and serving high-quality, nutritious meals
• Skills in oral and written communications
• Skills in working as a team member
• Frequently required to stand, bend, reach, and lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Frequently exposed to high temperatures and liquids while cooking.
• Occasionally exposed to freezing temperatures while storing and retrieving food from cold storage.
• Continuous use of close vision.
• State of Washington Food Handler’s Permit

Nice To Haves

• A valid Washington State driver’s license may be required at time of appointment or at a time set by the Tribe.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing, cooking and serving food.
• Receives and stores food and cleaning supplies.
• Cleans work site; maintains good housekeeping and sanitary conditions.
• Maintain Washington State Health Code standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED