Cook

Job Title

To prepare and serve students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and warmth in harmony with state and federal guidelines. To coordinate the work of the school kitchen and cafeteria.

High school diploma or General Education Degree

Minimum experience in cafeteria food service as determined by the Board

Experience with bookkeeping/budgeting procedures preferred

Knowledge of the principles of food management, nutrition, sanitation, and applicable federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy

General knowledge of the best methods of preparing and cooking food in large quantities and ability to adjust recipes to the quantity required

Ability to plan own work schedule and to direct and supervise others

Ability to perform simple bookkeeping and inventory procedures

Ability to stand and walk for most of the day, carry hot pans, push carts, stoop, and reach for heavy items

A general understanding of Material Safety Data Sheets

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees

Self-motivated

Work well with students and staff

Excellent organizational skills

Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

Kitchen and Food Operations

Prepare daily school meals on time and according to a planned menu and to standards set forth by the appropriate state and federal agencies and the District's food service department

Maintain the highest standard of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen and cafeteria

Prepare food according to a planned menu and tested, uniform recipes and determine if the finished product is of high quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served

Consult with the school nurse regarding special dietary needs and serious food allergies of students and staff

Be responsible for the proper storage of all food items, keeping frozen and refrigerated items at the required temperatures

Determine the quantities of each food to be prepared daily and the size of serving to meet the necessary age requirements

Supervise and instruct kitchen personnel in the safe, proper, and efficient use of all kitchen equipment

Supervise and assist in the serving of food

Supervise the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, dishes, utensils, and tables

Cooperate with Building Principals and custodians in maintaining healthful and sanitary conditions of the food preparation, storage, serving, and dining areas

Financial and Inventory Responsibilities

Process all delivery receipts, bank deposits, payrolls, and daily sales records as directed

Order all necessary supplies

Report to the food service supervisor any faulty or inferior quality food that is received

Oversee the locking of the storeroom and the maintaining of correct inventories

Keep daily records of what is used

Requisition food stuffs and verify receipt of food shipments

Assume responsibility for the security of food and supplies

Other

Report immediately to the building principal any problem or accident occurring in the kitchen or cafeteria area

Maintain friendly relations with other school staff and with lunchroom customers

Confer with the food service supervisor regarding any personnel problems and matters related to the food service operation

Prepare all reports as directed by the Food Service Supervisor

Keep the food service supervisor and Building Principal informed of activities and problems

Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as attendance at inservices. This shall include at least 10 hours per year of training in administrative practices, the identification of reimbursable meals at the point of service, nutrition, health and safety standards, and any other topics required by the Food and Nutrition Service of the United States Department of Agriculture

Seek assistance should emergencies arise

Represent the school district in a positive manner

Know and follow school district policy and chain of command

Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits: District benefit package for full time employees working 20+ hours per week: Medical/vision/dental insurance $30,000 life insurance with option to purchase additional coverage Employee assistance program (EAP) Unlimited accumulation of sick leave Personal, bereavement, professional leave, vacation (if applicable) Credit reimbursement of up to $300 per year