The Lead Cook is responsible for the efficiency and effectiveness of the daily preparation and service of meals offered at Nashua High School.

Assures implementation of current safety and health practices, reports discrepancies to site coordinator, proficiency in use, operation and cleaning of all kitchen equipment, directs efforts of food service assistants on a daily basis, overseas each work station set up and service, supervises daily clean up of food service areas and equipment, assists the site coordinator with required records, and reports and work schedules, responsible for the operation decisions in the absence of the site coordinator, orients and trains all new food service assistants, advises site coordinator on staffing needs when regular employees are absent, assists the site coordinator to insure compliance with USDA standards and reporting requirements, monitors food and supply inventories and provides order information to the site coordinator as needed, assists the site coordinator with menu development and selection of food items offered, assists the site coordinator with catering needs for special functions utilizing the Food Service area, performs other duties pertaining to food service as necessary.

This posting should not be construed to imply that this is the exclusive list of job functions or expectations associated with this position. A

Last updated : 2024-02-23