Food Service Assistant

Bezos Academy

🇺🇸In-Person - Kent, WA$22–$33/hr6mo ago

K-12 Operations Food Service Kitchen Operations School Nutrition Meal Preparation Early Childhood Education

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Summary

Food Service Assistant at Bezos Academy's Kent, WA location responsible for meal preparation and service in a Montessori preschool setting. The role ensures nutritious, compliant meals are provided to children while supporting classroom and school operations.

Key Responsibilities: Prepare CACFP-compliant meals, manage food orders and inventory, receive and verify deliveries, serve meals according to USDA requirements, and handle kitchen cleanup and documentation. Additional responsibilities include assisting with classroom supervision, laundry, inventory checks, and other ad hoc school duties.

Skills & Tools: Knowledge of cooking methods and food preparation procedures, food worker card certification, basic Microsoft Office proficiency, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods. Preferred skills include familiarity with USDA/CACFP guidelines and early childhood education knowledge.

Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED, pass background checks, and complete Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families training. Preferred qualifications include experience in institutional or regulated kitchen settings and early childhood education.

Location: Kent, Washington, United States (317 4th Ave S, Kent, WA 98032) — In-person, Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:30pm

Compensation: $22 – $33/hour (~$46,000 – $68,000/year)