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Cook for School Food Service

Maschio's Food Service
Edison, NJ Part Time
POSTED ON 11/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/3/2027

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Cook to join our school food service team. The ideal candidate will have cooking experience, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and be committed to preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for students.

Schedule and Benefits

  • Monday through Friday, day shift
  • Approximately 6–8 hours per day
  • No weekends or holidays
  • Summers off

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and cook a variety of hot and cold meals.
  • Follow menus, recipes, portion sizes, and production standards in accordance with National School Lunch Program (NSLP) guidelines.
  • Ensure food is prepared, handled, and served safely.
  • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
  • Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times as directed by safety procedures.
  • Assist with stocking, organizing, and rotating food and supplies.
  • Serve meals to students in a friendly and efficient manner.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and serving area.
  • Work collaboratively with the food service team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Qualifications:

  • Previous cooking experience required.
  • K–12 school food service experience preferred.
  • ServSafe® Certification is a plus.
  • Knowledge of food preparation, safe food handling, and sanitation practices.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Dependable, organized, and able to follow recipes and instructions.
  • Ability to obtain required documentation and clearances to work in a school setting.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

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