What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Cook Part Time position at SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. RE-1, VALLEY?
- HIRING FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027**
One Position - 5.5 hours per day
One Position - 7 hours per day
4-day work week (Tues-Friday)
151 working days
Salary: minimum $16.56 *salary dependent on experience
Part-time with Colorado PERA, Paid Time Off available and can begin using after required probation period. Weekends, Holidays and Summer's off.
Description
Performs a variety of kitchen duties as assigned in the preparation and serving of school meals. Cooking of main entrée, alternate entrée, and any other cooking duties that are required for the daily menu. Also prepare items for salad bar, breakfast meals that are on the daily menu. Must have knowledge of the serving requirements for a reimbursable meal for the age group they serve. Giving the correct portions for age group, not more or less than required.
6 hours of training is required per year for cooks.
Recommended obtain Servsafe food handler certificate or certified manager certificate is also recommended. District will make opportunities available to obtain those certificates.
Job Summary
- Prepare or assist in the preparation of a variety of foods in accordance with departmental work production standards. Every staff member should know how to perform all duties that are required as part of the work day in the building they are assigned. Cooking, prepping, salad bar, meal service, storing and the correct procedure for cooling, dating & storing left over food & cleanup of the entire kitchen.
- Sets up serving lines and serves meals or meal components. Making sure the food is cooked and served at the correct temperature as required from the Health Dept. Know the proper reheating procedure and holding times for all food items.
- Accepts money for food and beverages served during the day. Have basic computer skills.
- Cleans and sanitizes in accordance with approved housekeeping and safety practices for the following: pots and pans/utensils, counters and prep tables, dish room and restroom facilities, store room, walk-in and freezers.
- Operates, cleans and sanitizes all kitchen equipment daily. Shine all stainless steel on Fridays or the last working day of the week.
- Follow approved housekeeping and safety practices to ensure that safe conditions are maintained in the kitchen, food-serving areas, and in dining areas.
- Stores food and supplies in accordance with instructions. Date all food that is stored in the walk-in fridge and freezer. FIFO (first in first out) should be practiced with all food, especially fresh produce and milk.
High school graduation or equivalent is preferred but not required.
Previous institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred but not required.
Working Conditions
Works under the direct supervision of the Kitchen Manager. Manager will assign duties to staff to be completed per the planned menu items for the day, also any other prep or side work that needs to be done for meal service for the day or work that can be done for the next day's planned menu. The Manager can assist in the preparation as needed, the majority of cooking and preparation should be done by kitchen staff. Able to stand for long periods of time, lift #20. Able to sweep and mop daily and help put away deliveries from vendors. Work in a hot kitchen that is fast paced and busy for the majority of the day. Be able to get along with co-workers, other building staff and most of all treat all students with care, compassion, respect, kindness and make sure they are fed and safe while they are in the cafeteria. Employees also report to the Director.
Sterling is located in Logan County in the Northeastern corner of Colorado on Interstate 76 alongside the Platte River. Having the largest population, approximately 14,699 (2020), in Logan County and much of the surrounding area, Sterling offers shopping, restaurants, numerous parks, a recreation center, and access to medical care, and is located near North Sterling Reservoir. Sterling is approximately 1 1/2 hours from Denver International Airport and 2 hours from Denver and the front range (I-25 corridor).
RE-1 Valley School District has two high schools, one middle school, one junior high school, three elementary schools and two preschools and serves approximately 1,920 students in the Sterling and Iliff/Crook areas, employing about 400 staff. RE-1 Valley employs highly qualified, dedicated staff who believe our mission is to prepare all students for productive, successful lives beyond school through a balanced curriculum, activities, community experiences, global awareness, high expectations, and interaction among students, parents, and community. Visit the District website at www.re1valleyschools.org for more information including updated job postings and salary schedules.
RE-1 Valley School District is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. RE-1 Valley School District makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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