Cook I (CC# 535)

POSITION INFORMATION

• Baker School District is currently seeking a candidate for a Cook I position at Haines Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year.
• Hours: 8.5 hours a day, four days a week, M � Th.

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Under direction of Head Cook, the Cook I will help plan, prepare, cook, and serve meals in large quantities to students and staff; performs other job-related duties as required.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow Covid-19 safety protocols established by the District.
• Prepare and serve meals from a basic menu; maintaining quality and portion control.
• Compile, order, and store needed supplies.
• Keep records on meals and snacks served, food and beverages, and inventory.
• Understand and follow instruction on safe, proper, and efficient use of all kitchen equipment.
• Assist with the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, and the washing and sterilizing of all dishes, silverware, and utensils.
• Reports to the Food Service Director any faulty or inferior quality food which is received.

SKILLS, COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS

• Food Handlers Card.
• A proficiency in the preparation of large quantities of food.
• Good human relations with the ability to communicate in a courteous manner.
• A neat appearance.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.   

SALARY

• 2026-2027 Salary Scale $19.14 - $24.45 per hour. Placement for a new employee on the salary schedule will be in accordance with the BSD 5J/OSEA collective bargaining agreement.
• Baker School District 5J offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for health and retirement. In addition, the District pays the six percent (6%) employee PERS contribution required by ORS 238.200 and ORS 238A.330.

DISTRICT POLICY

It is the District's policy to provide veterans and disabled veterans with preference as required by law. 
 
During the application process, a veteran will need to submit the following:

• Copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215).
• OR Proof of receiving a non-service connected pension from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs.
• Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter. 
   

Baker School District is an equal opportunity educator and employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, age, veterans' status, familial status, genetic information, disability, culture and/or financial status.