Cook Helper

Do you enjoy working with students and thrive in a team environment? Minnetonka Public Schools is hiring Cook Helpers for Nutrition Services at multiple school locations for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a 10-month, school-year position, and you work when students are in school, with no summer commitment required. No prior food service experience is required; just bring reliability, a willingness to learn, and a positive attitude.

Your Role Will Include:

• Heat, cook, and pre-dish food following Cook Manager instruction.
• Portion, garnish, and serve food items.
• Set up and clean up the kitchen and serving areas.
• Follow safety and sanitation standards in handling, storing, and serving food.
• Perform record keeping functions as requested by the Cook Manager.
• Assist in preparing food items.
• Perform point-of-sale and cashiering duties as part of kitchen rotation.

Qualifications:

• ServSafe Certification desirable.
• Computer experience is helpful.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Basic math skills required.
• Must enjoy working with students.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, as assessed through a preplacement physical at Concentra.

Salary and Benefits:

• Starting at $21.72/hr.
• 6-hour per day positions provide medical and dental benefit eligibility.

Location & Shift Times:

• Locations: Excelsior Elementary, Minnewashta Elementary, Scenic Heights Elementary, Middle School East, Middle School West, and Minnetonka High School.
• Position works on all school days.
• Within the hours of 8:15 AM to 2:15 PM, subject to school start time | 4 to 6 hours per day.
• Building assignment subject to change based on staffing needs.
• Training and kitchen opening: August 25 and 26, 2026 (week before school starts).