Cook, Manager

Cook, Manager REYNOLDS SD 7 HARTLEY ELEMENTARY - Portland, Oregon Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5884872 Application Deadline: Aug 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time) Posted: Aug 13, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description JOB TITLE: Cook Manager – Elementary/Middle School Job Summary: The job of "Cook Manager" is done for the purpose/s of guiding assigned personnel in food service operation, preparing, and distributing food service items for consumption by students and school personnel; maintaining inventories of food service items; and maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition. Essential Job Functions: Directs and trains all assigned food service workers and other personnel for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the workforce and meeting shift requirements. Oversees the overall cafeteria operation, including cleanliness, food preparation, supplies, personnel, and customer service for the purpose of meeting students' mandated daily nutritional requirements. Cleans and maintains utensils, equipment and the storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining safe and sanitary conditions. Estimates food preparation amounts for the purpose of meeting projected meal requirements and minimizing waste. Inspects received items of food and/or supplies for the purpose of ensuring specifications, quantity, and quality of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements. Prepares documentation and necessary reports for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information. Prepares and serves food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements, projected meal requirements, planned menus and catering needs. Requests food, equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining an adequate inventory to complete jobs efficiently. Directs the preparation of meals in sufficient quantity and quality for all students for the purpose of meeting students' mandated daily nutritional requirements. Maintains positive relations with students, staff, and the community for the purpose of supporting positive interactions for the district and the food services program. Accounts for appropriate cash transactions for the purpose of maintaining accurate monetary records. Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities. Qualifications: Experience Preferred: Prior job-related experience in food preparation, serving and basic kitchen activities, with increasing levels of responsibilities, preferably in school and/or instructional setting. Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required: Skills to perform basic arithmetic calculations, operate and care for institutional kitchen equipment (including but not limited to industrial sized food slicer, mixers, ovens, and dishwashers), use standard office equipment and computer. Knowledge of modern methods of food preparation, health codes and sanitation principles. Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, provide direction to others, and make independent judgments based on common sense, keep and maintain accurate records, understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, balancing, stooping, reaching/handling/manual dexterity, talking/hearing conversations, and other sounds (potential hazards), visual acuity/depth perception/visual accommodation. Education Preferred: High School diploma or equivalent. Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Oregon Fingerprint and Criminal Check clearance, appropriate Food Handler Permit. Schedule: 7.5 hrs per work day, Monday - Friday, based on the26-27 Nutrition Calendar Position Type: Full Time Salary: $21.41 to $34.27 Per Hour Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service Contact Information Christy Foote , Director of Nutrition Services

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