Substitute Food Service Associate 2025-2026

Job Title: Substitute Food Service Associate

Salary: Current Washington State Minimum Wage

Benefits: As outlined by the Policies and Procedures of Nine Mile Falls School District. Nine Mile Falls policies and Procedures can be accessed online at Mile Falls354.org/about-us/board-of-directors/board-policies

Limited Defined Employees will accrue 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked. Employees who work 630 hours in a school year will become benefit eligible for the remainder of the school year. Standard benefits include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability. Benefits are provided through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) at anticipated to work 70 hours or more per month for at least 5 months over a 12-month period are eligible for Retirement through the State Department of Retirement Services.

Work Location: Nine Mile Falls School District

Nature and Scope of Job:

May be responsible for serving breakfast and lunch, supervising student servers, cashier, washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen, production record keeping, and safe food handling practices.

Position Reports To: Food Service Director / Superintendent

Classification: Substitute Food Service Associate

Work Day: Monday - Friday; Hours Vary

Begin: 2025/26 School Year

Primary Job Functions

• Preparing and or serving meals
• Sanitation/food safety/record keeping in compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Cashier during meals, depositing money into meal accounts, proper cash handling, and daily paperwork.
• Assist in stocking and cleaning of kitchen.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Required Qualifications (Traits, Education, Experience, Training, physical requirements, etc.):

• Read and write in English and calculate simple math.
• Current Washington State Food Handler Permit.
• Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to supervise student workers in a positive manner.
• Able to work as a team member.

Desired Qualification

• High School Diploma, High School Transcript or equivalent.
• Experience in an institutional kitchen.
• Able to problem solve and make effective decisions using positive communication skills.
• Understanding of USDA requirements for the National School Lunch and Breakfast program.

Equipment Used

Computer, Slicer, Mixer, Food Processor, Ovens, Steamer, Warmer, Dishwasher, Braising Pan, Steam Table.

Environmental Demands:

Heat and High Humidity, Steam and Hot Water, Hard Floor, Prolonged Standing, Cleaning Supplies, Odors, and Noise.

APPLICATION STEPS

Submit a complete application through RedRover.

Upon Hire:

If an offer of employment is made, new employees must complete a background check for criminal history, including a fingerprint check by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful outcome of the criminal history background check and approval by the Nine Mile Falls School District Board of Directors.

For questions, please contact:

Angela Spencer

Human Resources Manager

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The Nine Mile Falls School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator

Jeff Baerwald

10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Falls WA 99026

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Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Michelle Mace

10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Falls WA 99026

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