Head Cook (Part-time)- Engle Education Center

Part-Time Head Cook

Currently, a part-time vacancy for a part-time Head Cook exists within the Administrative Services division of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. This position will be based at the Engle Education Center located in West Grove, PA.

Position Quick Facts:

• Benefit Eligible: Yes
• Start Date: ASAP
• Hours: 7:30A to 1:30P, Monday to Friday (180 days per year)
• Location: 257 State Road, West Grove, PA

Summary of Position: Perform all aspects of food preparation, production, and sanitation within the kitchen. Provide good customer service to students and staff and work as a team player.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of quantity of food preparation and service.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge in providing professional customer service.
• Operation of a cash register or point of sale system.
• Food Managers Certification from the Chester County Health Department.
• Must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plans, directs, supervises, and participates in the preparation and serving of quantity and quality food as per standardized recipes.
• Follows all required policies under the NSLP/SBP, CACFP, and USDA programs.
• Maintains accurate records that conform to NSLP/SBP, CACFP, and USDA requirements.
• Records free and/or reduced students, counts money, completes deposit slips and accurately fills out the deposit spreadsheet as needed/appropriate.
• Responsible for operating a cash register/point of sale (P.O.S.) system as per NSLP/SBP guidelines.
• Responsible for maintaining a positive environment for students and staff.
• Supervises and directs all activities that happen within the kitchen and oversees staff.
• Follow HACCP and ServSafe protocols to maintain high standards for sanitation and safety in all phases of the food service program, and to ensure compliance with the Chester County Department of Health.
• Knowledgeable in the proper use and care of cafeteria equipment to ensure that all equipment is in a safe, working condition.
• Notifies the appropriate IU staff when repairs needed.
• Familiar with the nutritional requirements of the daily menu to ensure that substitutions meet nutritional standards.
• Responsible for purchasing food as needed using appropriate ordering guides and procedures.
• Follow proper procedures for receiving and storing all food and supplies.
• Train new cafeteria workers and substitutes as needed.
• Participate in catering activities as needed on and/or off site.
• Perform inventory of supplies, food and non-food items as needed.
• Responsible for filling vending machines if needed.
• Responsible for attending food certification classes and all other appropriate workshops in accordance with required USDA food and nutrition service, professional standards.
• Coordinates work schedules and arranges for substitutes when required and verifies employee time sheets.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Cafeteria or Assistant Food Service Manager

2025-2026 Salary: $18.64 to $19.67 (per hour)

JG Equal Opportunity Employer Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.