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Food Service Cook

$15 per hour

Suburban Cook County Online Application Consortium

Position Type:
Food Service/Cook

Date Posted:
3/25/2026

Location:
Columbia Central School

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
until filled

District:
Steger School District 194
Food Service Cook

$15/Hr.
7:00am-2:30pm
We are currently seeking a Food Service Cook for Steger School District #194.
We are seeking someone who is outgoing, organized, resourceful, has great initiative and is a dedicated team player.
This position is responsible for assisting the facility Food Service Director in all aspects of food service operations.


Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
  • Assist with daily food preparation within an established production schedule following standardized recipes, preparation, and serving methods.
  • Exhibit knowledge of operation of all equipment in the kitchen.
  • Identify serving utensils, temperature, and correct portion size for serving.
  • Assure product is cooked and held at proper temperature for higher quality food attainable.
  • Follow accepted procedures for operating, cleaning, and caring for large equipment and small equipment.
  • Maintain high standards of sanitation in compliance to Health Department Regulations.
  • Maintain high personal hygiene as the basis for sanitation in the kitchen.
  • Maintain high standards of safety in the kitchen.
  • Responsible for storage and handling of foods; work with manager on maintaining organized inventory and storage; communicate product needs to director.
  • Report maintenance needs or equipment malfunction to director.
  • Perform major cleaning at regularly scheduled Intervals as designated by director.
  • In professional responsibilities:
    • Responsible for working in a courteous and cooperative manner with director, coworkers, and school staff.
    • Demonstrate ability to deal fairly and pleasantly with students.
    • Follow the policies and procedures set by the school district and Food Service Director.
  • Serve as cashier
  • Other duties as requested
Qualifications :
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 2-4 years' experience in food service production
Reports to:
  • Food Service Director
Job Requirements:
  • Strong culinary, customer service, communication, teambuilding, and organizational skills required.
  • The ability to walk and stand for up to 8 hours and carry 50lbs.
  • Ability to work under crowded and noisy conditions without evidence of emotional fatigue.
  • Understand verbal and written instructions, and communicate via email and the telephone.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft office, Microsoft Excel and Google Drive.
  • Utilizes time efficiently and productively.
  • Illinois Managers License or ServSafe recommended or must obtain within the first 60 days.
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