Thejob of Cook is done for the purposes of providing food service that meets themandated needs of students, maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition, andmonitoring transactions.
Essential Functions
· · · · · · · · · · · MinimumQualifications
· · WA State food handler’s card
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, includingcalculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read a variety ofmanuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or presentinformation to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oralinstructions. Specific knowledge-basedcompetencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the jobinclude: methods of cooking, health standards and hazards, safe food handlingprocedures, and assisting with the management of a high volume of foodpreparation.
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks witha potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing jobconditions. Specific skills required tosatisfactorily perform the functions of the job include; adhering to safetypractices, using industrial grade food service equipment, and pertinentsoftware applications.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; andconsider a number of factors when operating equipment. Flexibility is required to work with othersin a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, definedprocesses; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a widediversity of individuals; work with specific job-related data; and utilizejob-related equipment. Problem solvingwith data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving withequipment is limited. Specific abilitiesrequired to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adaptingto changing work priorities; working as part of a team; and working aroundchildren/students.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functionsrequire the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing,and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling,crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally,the job requires 0% sitting, 60% walking, and 40% standing. The job isperformed under some temperature variations and hazardous conditions.