Summer 2026- Cook Manager I (Summer Programs) - Multilocation

Summer 2026

• Cook Manager I (Summer Programs)
• Multilocation at Washington Unified School District
• W.

Sacramento

IN-HOUSE VACANCY

• INTERNAL

CANDIDATES ONLY

This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered. Print Application Deadline 5/20/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/13/2026 Contact Jason Alvarez 9163757600 1013 Number of Openings 2 Salary Single Rate Range 32 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Employees shall be compensated at the rate of pay for this summer position and placed on the same step and column to which they hold during the regular school year. Length of Work Year 6/12/2026

• 7/24/26: 7.5 hours/day; 6:30 AM
• 2:00 PM, Lunch 10:30 am
• 11:00 am Employment Type Part Time Vacancy# 260000026 Site Multiple Sites About the Employer Washington Unified School District (WUSD) serves nearly 7,500 students in West Sacramento, carrying forward a proud legacy of excellence since 1917.

As the city's premier provider of high-quality education, WUSD offers innovative programs like Spanish Dual Language Immersion, Visual and Performing Arts, Career Technical Education, AVID, and before and after-school care. WUSD fosters a supportive and collaborative environment for employees, with mentoring, professional growth opportunities, and cutting-edge technology to inspire innovation in teaching. Rooted in equity, diversity, and inclusion, WUSD is a vibrant community of educators, families, and partners dedicated to empowering every student to thrive. Job Summary Job Summary Under general supervision, to be responsible for the operation of a school cafeteria, to plan, prepare, cook and serve meals; and to do related work as required. Job Description /

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WASHINGTON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION

COOK

MANAGER SALARY RANGE

32

GROUP:

FOOD SERVICE DATE OF ADOPTION/REVISION

01/22/09

DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision, to be responsible for the operation of a school cafeteria, to plan, prepare, cook and serve meals; and to do related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Plans, organizes and supervises the operation of a school cafeteria including a fast-food service line when offered as part of the school food service program; supervises and personally cooks or prepares main dishes, salads, sandwiches, desserts and baked goods, following established menu; supervises and assists in the serving of meals to students and faculty; maintains standards of efficiency and sanitation in food preparation; may assist in menu preparation; estimates needed food quantities and orders food to meet menu requirements; receives and checks food and supplies; maintains proper storage of food supplies; takes periodic inventory of stock; supervises and personally performs cleaning of kitchen, kitchen equipment and eating utensils; outlines daily duties and work schedule of assigned staff; provides orientation to new staff; arranges for proper maintenance of kitchen equipment; prepares reports of meals serves, counts daily receipts and makes bank deposits; issues and accounts for student lunch tickets; maintains a variety of records; may supervise student assistants; works on a computer, attends District meetings and/or in service workshops.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of an appropriate California operator's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and methods of preparing meals for large groups of people;
• Proper and sanitary methods of preparing, cooking, serving and storing food;
• Nutrient value of food in menu planning;
• Tray lunch and/or fast food preparation;
• Problems involved in managing a cafeteria;
• Care and use of standard kitchen equipment and utensils;
• Safe work practices;
• Principles and techniques of supervision and training.

AND Ability to:

• Supervise and train assigned staff;
• Estimate quantities needed for economical food service;
• Operate equipment found in a food service unit;
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• Keep records and prepare reports;
• Account for collected money, make change and prepare and make bank deposits;
• Make arithmetical calculations accurately;
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
• Operate a computer AND Training and experience:
• Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain such knowledge and abilities would be: Two years of increasingly responsible experience in quantity food preparation and service, preferably including some supervisory experience and preferably with some experience in the District as a Cafeteria Assistant.
• Possess Serve Safe Certification, if necessary

Physical Abilities:

• Stand for Extended Periods of Time
• Frequent pushing, pulling, twisting at the waist
• Neck flexion and rotation
• Reaching above and below the shoulders
• Occasional bending, kneeling, squatting, and stooping
• Frequent lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying of objects from 25-50 lbs
• Ability to handle hot material/temperature extremes
• Hand Coordination to use utensils and equipment
• Hear, speak, write, and read in English
• Perform mathematical calculations from memory or utilizing calculation device
• Repetitive finger manipulation doing data entry and/or swiping meal cards Requirements / Qualifications This summer school position is currently open to internal candidates only.

Candidate selection will be based on seniority of the position. This Cook Manager will be a floater cook manager and will be overseeing all supporting school sites.

PLEASE NOTE

All summer employment is contingent upon state funding and sufficient student enrollment. In the event it becomes necessary to reduce your assignment during the 2026 Summer program, salary and benefits will be prorated accordingly. This position runs from June 12, 2026, through July 24, 2026. June 19th and July 3rd are paid holidays.

Requirements / Qualifications

This summer school position is currently open to internal candidates only. Candidate selection will be based on seniority of the position. This Cook Manager will be a floater cook manager and will be overseeing all supporting school sites.

PLEASE NOTE

All summer employment is contingent upon state funding and sufficient student enrollment. In the event it becomes necessary to reduce your assignment during the 2026 Summer program, salary and benefits will be prorated accordingly. This position runs from June 12, 2026, through July 24, 2026. June 19th and July 3rd are paid holidays. Comments and Other Information Questions about openings, please contact Human Resources at 916-375-7604 ext 1013. We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to broadening the diversity of our workplace. All applications and resumes are welcome. The Washington Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For concerns, immediately contact Shea Borges, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources (Compliance Officer for Title IX and CC of R Tile 5) at 916-375-7604 ext. 1046. A copy of the Washington Unified School District's uniform complaint policy and non-discrimination policy are available upon request. Equity, Excellence, Empowerment for Every Student, Every Day Comments and Other Information Questions about openings, please contact Human Resources at 916-375-7604 ext 1013. We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to broadening the diversity of our workplace. All applications and resumes are welcome. The Washington Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For concerns, immediately contact Shea Borges, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources (Compliance Officer for Title IX and CC of R Tile 5) at 916-375-7604 ext. 1046. A copy of the Washington Unified School District's uniform complaint policy and non-discrimination policy are available upon request. Equity, Excellence, Empowerment for Every Student, Every Day Links Related To This Job Washington USD Classified Salary Schedule Washington Unified Website Benefits Information View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits

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