About this role
Job Summary The Food Service Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, appealing meals to students and staff while maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment. The cook follows standardized recipes, food safety regulations, and district procedures to ensure high-quality meal service in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Prepare breakfast and lunch items according to menus and standardized recipes.
• Cook, bake, and prepare food using commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ensure meals meet USDA nutrition standards and district requirements.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, serving, and packaging of meals.
• Maintain proper food temperatures during preparation, holding, and serving.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely, including ovens, steamers, mixers, slicers, and dishwashing equipment.
• Receive, inspect, and properly store food and supply deliveries.
• Maintain accurate production records, temperature logs, and other required documentation.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, work areas, serving lines, utensils, and storage areas.
• Wash dishes, trays, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Follow all sanitation, safety, and health department regulations.
• Assist with inventory counts and notify the Food Service Director of supply needs.
• Work cooperatively with food service staff, school employees, students, and visitors.
• Provide friendly and courteous customer service.
• Attend required food safety and professional development training.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Food Service Director or Superintendent.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to accurately follow recipes and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Physical Requirements
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently bend, reach, stoop, twist, and kneel.
• Push and pull carts containing food and supplies.
• Work in hot, cold, and humid kitchen environments.