Must have current Washington State Food Handler Certification, or be willing to obtain certification within one week of employment. 90 day probationary employment, to make sure we are the right fit.  Job Purpose: Serves meals by reviewing recipes; assembling, combining, and cooking ingredients; maintaining equipment, inventory, and a sanitary kitchen. Duties: * Plans meals by analyzing recipes; retrieving and ordering ingredients. * Prepares ingredients by following recipes; slicing, cutting, chopping, mincing, stirring, whipping, and mixing ingredients; adding seasonings; verifying taste. * Completes meal preparation by grilling, sautéing, roasting, frying, and broiling ingredients; verifying doneness and taste; assembling and refrigerating cold ingredients. * Presents meals by placing and arranging hot and cold elements using plates, dishes, bowls, and baskets. * Controls costs by adhering to recipes; following preparation standards. * Maintains a sanitary kitchen by adhering to state and local sanitation, storage, and refrigeration requirements and codes; cleaning equipment. * Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock; anticipating needs; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt. * Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; performing preventive and cleaning maintenance; calling for repairs. * Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations. * Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Skills/Qualifications: Verbal Communication, Client Relationships, Energy Level, Dependability, Productivity, Customer Service, Attendance, Confidentiality, Emotional Control, Flexibility, Handles Pressure