About this role
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A STATE AND NATIONAL CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK AND A CHILD ABUSE/NEGLECT (CAN) CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. JOB TITLE Cook
REPORTS TO School Nutrition Program Manager School Nutrition Program Director Principal
SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE Food Service Salary Schedule Grade FS1
CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS 182 X 6
EXEMPT STATUS Non Exempt
JOB CLASS CODE 7241
POSITION CLASSIFICATION Classified
DATE APPROVED July 13, 2015
BASIC FUNCTION
The Cook is responsible for maintaining School Nutrition Program facilities and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in preparation and serving of food.
Operates dishwasher and other equipment.
Assists in setting up steam tables for food service.
Works on the food serving line.
Attends at least six (6) hours of annual continuing education/training in addition to food safety training.
Performs other duties pertaining to the cafeteria as assigned by the School Nutrition Program Manager.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, GED certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a GED as required by Kentucky law and one year food service experience.
• Must complete training course for certification of beginning school food service personnel as prescribed in 702 KAR 6:045.
• Must re-certify annually.
• Must be able to understand oral and written directions.
• Should be able to work closely with other members of the organization.
• Should have some knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in food preparation.
• Should have some knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in food preparation.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary and work year to be established by the board of education.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for classified personnel.