Cook

Title: Cook ** ** Reports to: Head Cook** ** ** ** Job Objective: Prepares and serves meals. Maintains high standards that support the effective delivery of quality food services. Maintains an orderly and sanitary kitchen. Minimum Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent level of education is desirable. - Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.). - A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment. - Complies with drug-free workplace rules and all board policies. - Keeps current with advances in technology and workplace innovations that enhance productivity. - Food production skills and the ability to use commercial kitchen equipment. - Ability to comply with nutrition, health, and safety laws/regulations. - Ability to accurately measure, weigh, and adjust recipe ingredients. ** ** Essential Functions: T he following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions. ** ** Checks/confirms assignments. Carefully follows directions. Seeks advice when expectations are unclear. Takes the initiative to perform routine tasks independently. Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Refers district policy/procedure questions to administrators/supervisors. Advances the district's professional image. Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. Facilitates community partnerships and school-sponsored activities that enhance student learning. Carefully uses products and supplies to control costs and reduce waste. Records food usage on production records. Advises a supervisor about the need for additional supplies. Assists with the receipt of deliveries. Follows approved food safety procedures. Verifies quantities. Reports shortages and spoiled produ