Cafeteria Head Cook (Internal)

STARTING DATE:      2026-2027 School Year

REPORTS TO:            Supervisor of Food Service

WORK YEAR:             Board-adopted school year calendar

SALARY RANGE:       Appropriate step on Board-approved salary schedule

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Working knowledge of cooking techniques, terms, ServSafe practices and high-tech equipment use
• Preferred minimum of three years’ experience preparing food for large quantities
• Energetic, encouraging attitude even through peak service periods
• Ability to perform accurate food service calculations including recipe scaling, portion determinations, yield calculations, inventory tracking, and completion of production records
• Ability to maintain positivity with students and staff, and handle all situations in a calm manner
• Proficiency in working in an organized, efficient, priority-based manner
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and resilience in responding to unexpected challenges and student demand, all while maintaining high standards of service
• Ability to tolerate standing at workstations for extended periods
• Ability to move in and out of cooler/freezer temperature extremes
• Ability to lift and carry bulk items averaging 50 pounds and push/pull items averaging 250 pounds
• Capacity to work alone and as an integrated member of the cafeteria team; prioritization of strong working relationships with Head Cashier and Supervisor of Food Service
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a professional leadership role, serving as an example for the department
• Prioritize Penta Career Center’s success as a large, multifaceted organization and strive to aid in the enrichment of the entire student body and overall district mission
• High School diploma or GED
• Meet all mandated health requirements (e.g., negative tuberculosis test, etc.)
• Documented evidence of a clear criminal record

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Prepare and serve breakfast and lunch to students, staff and special function groups
• Assist in taking monthly inventories, weekly ordering, and properly receiving daily shipments
• Maintain complete and accurate records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, equipment and service areas
• Work under the guidelines of Penta Career Center’s Mission Statement and goals
• Attend district and state professional development events as applicable
• Work collaboratively and effectively with Cafeteria Workers, Penta Administration, and all Penta Personnel
• Remain free of any non-prescribed controlled substance or alcohol in the workplace throughout employment
• Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent, Director, Supervisor, or their designee(s)

DEADLINE:    Open until filled.

TO APPLY:     Submit letter of interest, application and résumé to https://pentacareercenter.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Penta Career Center hereby gives notice that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, disability/handicap, age, citizenship status, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities, employment policies, or admission policies and practices, as required by law. Penta has a Section 504, Title VI, and Title IX coordinator.                                                                                                                                                                                                    June 2026

Posted 6.3.26