Food Service/Custodian- Coupeville

The Opportunity:  Skagit Valley College (SVC) is accepting applications for a Food Custodian (not more than 15 hours per week) at the ECEAP Coupeville location. This is a part-time, hourly position, typically working 15 or fewer hours per week during the period of Monday through Friday within business hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Work days and hours may vary based on the needs of the program. Temporary positions may only work 1050 hours or 12 consecutive months from the date of hire, whichever comes first (WAC 357-04-045). The exact schedule will be worked out with the candidate selected for hire. 

The Location: Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People's, especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, Samish Indian Nation, Nooksack Indian Tribe, and Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver, BC, SVC is never far from world-class outdoor recreation, urban arts scenes, and local cultural events. SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon, Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island, and centers in Friday Harbor, a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes, and a Brewing Academy in Burlington.

Mission: Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational, personal, and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.

Vision: The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to:

• Equitable student outcomes in access, achievement, and community;

• Our Guiding Principles;

• Decisions based on strategy and evidence;

• The development of our employees;

• A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

Guiding Principles: Respect, Integrity, Open and Honest Communication, Collaboration, and Compassion.

About SVC: Established in 1926, Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) providing associates and bachelor's degrees, as well as certificates, in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, basic education for adults, and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTC's Vision statement; "Leading with racial equity, our colleges maximize student potential and transform lives within a culture of belonging that advances racial, social, and economic justice in service to our diverse communities."

SVC's commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education, inspire student learning and achievement, and strengthen our diverse community. We embrace equity through our core themes of access, achievement, and community by pursuing the continuous examination and revision of norms, policies, and practices to foster the success of all.

SVC aspires to reflect the diverse racial, ethnic, and linguistic demographics in the district, particularly a growing Latinx population. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) SVC seeks equity-minded leadership, faculty, and staff that are committed to inclusive practices and diverse environments where students from all backgrounds can thrive via multidisciplinary collaboration and the implementation of an array of services.  Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply. Skagit Valley College offers:

• An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.

• Support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship.

• Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.

• Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural, suburban, and urban lifestyles.

• Friendly, supportive, and diverse work environments.

• Excellent benefits include competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.

• Review and follow a cycle menu, assuring appropriate USDA elements and adequate food portions are available for the number and age of the children enrolled;

• Prepare food for breakfast, and/or snacks, and prepare and/or serve lunches at the Center;

• Support classroom staff in ensuring appropriate serving sizes are offered, including identifying correct serving utensils;

• Maintain required records of food purchases and preparation as requested by Health, Safety, and Nutrition Coordinator;

• Follow appropriate food handling practices, using disposable gloves, keeping foods at the proper temperature, and recording food temperatures as requested;

• Assist with keeping accurate records of daily attendance and USDA-eligible meals served;

• Clean up after breakfast and lunch, utilizing proper dishwashing methods to ensure sanitization of dishes and food service equipment. Dispose of food waste using an appropriate container;

• Maintain awareness of children's special dietary needs, assuring substitutions are provided as appropriate;

• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and appliances;

• Clean and sanitize classrooms including cleaning and disinfecting tables, and counters, sweeping, mopping, and or vacuuming floors, and cleaning and sanitizing restrooms;

• Empty garbage, trash, and recycling containers;

• Perform periodic cleaning of cupboards, high and low dusting, cleaning inside windows, and other general Center cleaning tasks assigned;

• May assist staff with clean-up activities from the classroom;

• May assist in the supervision of children upon arrival/departure, on the playground, and in the classroom and/or restrooms;

• May assist in children's self-help skills;

• May assist children in modeling family-style eating routines; 

• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with ECEAP policies and procedures;

• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and/or understanding of:

• Kitchens and dining routines involved in preparing and serving food;

• Operation of standard kitchen appliances and equipment;

• Foodservice cleanliness and sanitary conditions;

• Housekeeping practices and custodial cleaning techniques;

• The safe use of cleaning chemicals.

Ability to:

• Perform clean-up in a variety of environments, which may include and around blood, vomit, body fluids, and excretions;

• Twist, climb, bend, kneel, squat, stand, walk, sit, lift, and carry;

• Identify, access, and apply appropriate policies, regulations, and procedures;

• Effectively read, understand, and interpret information and ideas;

• Maintain confidentiality of information;

• Actively contribute to a work environment that embraces diversity and uses diverse perspectives to enhance the attainment of organizational goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school completion, GED, or equivalent;

• One (1) year of Experience or ability to perform duties in cleaning, sanitization, and custodial work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) or more years of experience in food service;

• Experience in an early learning setting.

Salary and Benefits:

• Rate of pay is $16.28 per hour.

• Eligibility for benefits is in compliance with state rules and regulations.

Conditions of Employment:

• Prior to employment, 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.

• Additionally, pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employer. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.

• In the interest of providing a healthy, safe, and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.

• If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.

Application Procedure:

To be considered for this position, applicants must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications, and

• Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at www.skagit.edu that includes the following:

• The online application, which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;

• A current resume; (Attachment: Resume);

• A cover letter/letter of interest addressing the minimum and desired qualifications for the position. (Attachment: Cover Letter).

Application Deadline: Application materials will be accepted until this position is filled. Applications may be kept on file to be considered for openings that may occur in the future.

Please be aware that the College hiring authorities reserve the right to hire one or more candidates and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted.

Application Assistance: If you have questions about the position or require special accommodation, you may contact Human Resources at (360) 416-7794, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time.  SVC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may leave a TDD/TTY message at (360) 416-7718.

For questions regarding the online application system, you may call NEOGOV Applicant Tech Support at (855) 524-5627 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. For best results, apply using one of the following browsers supported by NEOGOV: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, and later versions of Internet Explorer.

SVC Annual Security Report: The U.S. Department of Education and the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act require all colleges to provide information to current and prospective students and employees about campus safety policies, procedures, and statistics on certain crimes, including hate crimes, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault.  We are required to report our campus security information and statistics in an Annual Security Report, which is updated annually each October.  All prospective employees may obtain a copy of the Annual Security Report from the Human Resources Office by calling (360) 416-7794 or by accessing the Report at: https://www.skagit.edu/about/safety-security-parking/

Skagit Valley College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all groups in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices.

Skagit Valley College provides a drug-free environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, age, marital status, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status in its programs and employment. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact Carolyn Tucker, Vice President of Human Resources/EEO, at 360.416.7794 or carolyn.tucker@skagit.edu. For inquiries regarding sexual misconduct compliance, contact Title IX Coordinator, Sandy Jordan, at 360.416.7923 or sandy.jordan@skagit.edu. Mailing address: 2405 E. College Way, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. All faculty and staff hired at Skagit Valley College are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance diversity and equity on our campus and in our community. Annual Notice of Non-Discrimination.