Assistant Cook

Assistant Cook Part‑Time, 9 months (mid August – May), 25‑29 hours/week, $20.75/hour Position Purpose Under general supervision of the Head Cook. Reports to the building Principal, Chief Operations Officer, and Food Service Supervisor. To assist in preparing, cooking, and serving food in school cafeteria. To serve the students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and friendliness. Essential Functions Preparation, cooking, and serving of meals. Maintaining records and paperwork. Dishwashing. Operate specialized food service equipment. Assist in food production, service and/or cleanup tasks as assigned. Receive and unpack food and supplies. Clean and maintain food service equipment and facilities. Participate in ongoing professional training. Additional Duties Performs other related tasks as assigned by the building Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. Equipment Uses standard Commercial Kitchen equipment such as oven, dishwasher, hot tables, and grill. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of techniques and methods of quantity food preparation and storage. Ability to prepare menu plans consistent within federal and state government nutrition guidelines and according to special dietary needs. Knowledge of nutritional values in food preparation. Skill to estimate food quantities required for menus. Skill to plan the preparation of meals for serving at specified meal times. Skill to prepare large quantity meals with a minimum of waste. Ability to maintain a budget and monitor expenditures. Ability to monitor inventory levels and requisition supplies to ensure adequate supply of food. Ability to follow instructions from Head Cook, and to stay on task without constant supervision. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Skill to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, parents and students. Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Works in a standard commercial kitchen and school building environments. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Qualifications Profile High school diploma or GED. ServSafe Certification, or the ability to obtain certification. May need to travel to multiple buildings – access to transportation required. Experience Successful prior cooking and food handling a plus. Note The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washakie Co School District 1