Cook

POSITION TITLE:  Cook

EXEMPTION STATUS:  Non-exempt

REPORTS TO: Child Nutrition Manager

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  9 months; 2025-2026 school year

HOURLY SALARY RANGE:  Minimum $12.76, Midpoint $15.95, Maximum $19.14

Primary Purpose: 

Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements.  Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

High school diploma or GED, preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to follow verbal instructions

Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions

Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures

Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools

Ability to perform basic math skills

Experience: 

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Food Preparation and Serving

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, department policies, and procedures.
• Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Assist with storage and handling of food items and supplies.

Safety and Sanitation

• Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
• Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
• Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Other

• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and positive interaction with fellow staff members.
• Participate in staff development training programs, staff meetings, and special events as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Large and small kitchen equipment, including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher, and food utility cart
• Posture: Continual standing, walking; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting, climbing
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, wrist flexion/extension
• Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance
• Environment: Moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress, work with frequent interruptions