Cook

Cook Position

As a Cook within the Randall School District-68300, you will play a vital role in preparing nutritious and appealing meals for students and staff, ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines and safety standards. Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of the school community by delivering high-quality food in a timely and efficient manner. You will collaborate closely with kitchen staff and management to maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment. This role requires attention to detail, consistency in food preparation, and the ability to adapt to varying menu requirements and special dietary needs. Ultimately, your efforts will support the district's commitment to providing a positive dining experience that fosters student focus and success throughout the school day.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes and nutritional guidelines.
• Ensure all food is handled, stored, and served in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including equipment and workstations.
• Assist in inventory management by monitoring supplies and reporting shortages or waste.
• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate meal service and accommodate special dietary requests.

Minimum Qualifications

• Proven experience in food preparation and cooking in a professional or institutional setting.
• Ability to speak and understand English to follow instructions and communicate with team members.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and physical stamina to perform kitchen tasks efficiently.
• Capability to stand for extended periods during meal preparation and service.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards applicable to school food service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in food safety or a related culinary program.
• Experience working in a school or institutional food service environment.
• Familiarity with special dietary needs such as allergies, vegetarian, or culturally specific meals.
• Basic skills in inventory and kitchen supply management.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

The required skills such as food preparation and manual dexterity are essential for efficiently handling kitchen equipment and preparing meals that meet quality standards. Proficiency in English enables clear communication with colleagues and supervisors, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and adherence to safety protocols. Standing for extended periods is necessary to maintain productivity during busy meal service times. Food production skills are applied daily to follow recipes accurately and manage portion control, contributing to consistent meal quality. Preferred skills like food safety certification and experience with special dietary needs enhance the ability to provide safe, inclusive, and diverse meal options that meet the nutritional requirements of all students.

• 2 years previous experience in a school food service setting preferred
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Able to follow supervisors direction and lead a small team
• Strong communication skills with employees and client
• Able to follow spoken and written directions
• Ability to prioritize, plan and use time efficiently
• Ability to lift 30 pounds and stand for long periods of time
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality when dealing with student, staff, and/or parent information
• ServSafe Certificate preferred
• Criminal background check requiredEOE/AA