Food Service Worker Lead (11 Months, Early Learning Center)

At a Glance: Lower Columbia College is accepting applications for a Food Service Worker Lead. This position serves as lead employee in food preparation, serving, dishwashing and sanitization functions and overall kitchen organization for Early Learning Center program.

This position is categorized as a Food Service Worker Lead, under State of Washington Class Specification and is overtime-eligible. This is an 11-month position with a typical schedule of 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. The Food Service Work Lead reports to the Early Learning Center Program Director.  Please note that there will be a 3% COLA applied to the salary range effective July 1, 2024.

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• Serves as lead employee in food preparation, serving, dishwashing and sanitization functions for Early Learning Center program

• Prepares and cooks USDA meals and snacks

• Measures, prepares, and serves meals to meet special diet requirements

• Performs cleaning duties; washes dishes and utensils; walls and counters in kitchen, wipes down shelves and other storage areas.

• Operates standard kitchen appliances and equipment such as rice cooker, hot plate, oven, electric skillet,  toaster, sanitizer, etc.

• Receives and stocks food from vendors

• Rotates and inventories food & supplies weekly

• Carefully monitors meals for allergens and provides substitutions for children with allergies and intolerances

• Use inventory system to assist with food purchase

• Other duties as assigned

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Possession of or eligible for a food handler permit

• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of kitchen 

• 1 year Experience in the food industry

• Knowledge of personal hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen safety precautions

• Ability to work independently and with a team

• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of kitchen and large scale preparation of food; personal hygiene, sanitation and housekeeping practices; safety precautions; operation of standard kitchen appliances and equipment

• Ability to work with others in a team environment

Be willing to obtain

• Washington State Portable Background Check

• Department of Child youth and Family services Portable Background check

• TB test

• Food Handlers card

• Proof of MMR

The minimum qualifications may seem specific and limiting, but we do consider candidates with relatable education, experience, and skills. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet exactly what's listed. With questions about qualifications, feel free to reach out to our HR team.   

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX, access, equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Kendra Sprague, Vice President of Foundation, HR & Legal Affairs, 1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010, Longview, WA 98632, title9@lowercolumbia.edu, Phone number, (360) 442-2120, Phone number/TTY (800) 833-6388.

• Learn more on our Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment page.

• The college is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information, visit About Title IX.

• The college encourages qualified members of protected classes to apply. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

LCC celebrates and embraces diversity of all kinds, including differing beliefs, cultures, people, and experiences. We commit to institutional and individual changes that recognize, understand, and challenge patterns of social inequity and systemic disparities within our ever-changing world. For more information, see Diversity & Equity.

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In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia College's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lowercolumbia.edu/CleryASFR.

Mission, Vision & Values

Our Mission, Vision & Values define our reason for being, and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCC's Mission, Vision & Values, see our Strategic Plan.

Application Procedure and Requirements

An online application must be completed for consideration. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):

• Resume

• Cover Letter (Letter of Interest)

• Unofficial transcripts

Upon request, accommodations are available for persons with disabilities for the Lower Columbia College hiring process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Conditions of Employment

• If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.  Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• This position is part of a bargaining unit subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

• The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.

Lower Columbia College Human Resources

For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at hr@lowercolumbia.edu.