Assistant Cook

Assistant CookAnticipated Vacancy: Assistant Cook (1.0 FTE) LOCATION(S): Resilience Academy School KitchenREQUIRED DUTIES: This position is responsible for participating in the preparation, cooking, and portioning of food on a large scale. The work involves assisting an experienced Cook or Cook Manager and does not require full responsibility for the kitchen. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-level employee, such as a Cook or Cook Manager. Supervision may be exercised over Food Service Helpers and other school lunch staff.TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: The following is indicative of the level and types of activities performed by incumbents in this title. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed which could reasonably be expected to be performed by an employee in this title.Participates in the preparation of meals using standardized recipes and portions;Participates in the supervision and training of Food Service Helpers and other school lunch staff;Supervises and participates in the cleaning of working, serving, storage and dining areas, and in the care of equipment;Participates in the exchange or substitution of menu items;Receives and stores food and supplies;Operates kitchen equipment, such as slicing machines, grinders, bulk mixers, coffee makers, dishwashers, etc;Reports necessary repairs to appropriate personnel;Attends in-service training sessions;May assume responsibilities of Cooks in their absence;May keep simple records;May serve as Cashier;Does related work as requiredFULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Working knowledge of large-scale preparation, cooking and serving of food; working knowledge of the nutritional aspects of food; working knowledge of modern cooking utensils, appliances and equipment; ability to use supplies, equipment and foods effectively; ability to acquire the knowledge to utilize and adjust standardized recipes; ability to supervise the work of others; ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions; ability to maintain records and make reports; ability to relate well with others; courtesy; tact; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.QUALIFICATIONS: EITHER: (A) Completion of a recognized training program in institutional cooking of at least six (6) months duration; OR: (B) One (1) year of large-scale cooking experience; OR: (C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as indicated in (A) and (B) above.START DATE: ASAP GRADE LEVEL: N/A ANTICIPATED CLOSING DATE: May 15, 2026