Head Cook (Part-Time)

St. George Community Consolidated School District No. 258 is currently accepting applications for a HEAD COOK to work 8:00 AM – 1:15 PM on school days (Monday - Friday) when students are in session. St. George Community Consolidated School District No. 258 is a PreK-8th grade public school district located in Bourbonnais, Illinois. We are seeking candidates that are enthusiastic, compassionate, hard working, and dependable. Experience preferred.

Start Date: Immediate

Must be able to pass a background check and physical. Interested individuals are required to submit an online application at www.sg258.org.

Contact John Grill, Comptroller at 815-802-3103 or e-mail jgrill@sg258.org with questions.

Duties:

1. Assist the Director of Food Service in the planning and preparation of wholesome meals in accordance with the health and safety standards required by state and federal laws and regulations.
2. Checks food shipments into the school, signs invoices after each order has been verified, and assists in the storage and shelving of such products.
3. Ensures all equipment is functioning correctly at the start and end of each workday.
4. Supervises and instructs cafeteria servers in the safe, proper, and efficient use of all kitchen equipment and food safety.
5. Directs and oversees the daily activities for food preparation by the cafeteria servers.
6. Prepares food according to the planned menu and determines if the finished product is of the best quality in both flavor and appearance before serving.
7. Assists in serving daily meals according to the printed menu, special dietary or nutritional requirements and adjust serving sizes upon request of the Director of Food Service.
8. Portions food to students in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
9. Communicates with the students regarding food selection.
10. Maintains accurate and up-to-date inventory in kitchen storeroom, refrigerators, and freezer spaces.
11. Assume responsibility for storage and disposal of unused foods and documentation of both.
12. Reports immediately problems or accidents occurring in the kitchen or cafeteria to the Director of Food Service.
13. Assists with cleaning cafeteria tables and other eating areas before and after the serving of meals.
14. Assists with washing service area, dishes, trays, pots/pans by hand, with sprayer and industrial dishwasher.
15. Assists with sweeping and cleaning floors and general daily cleaning of kitchen.
16. Reports any necessary equipment repair and maintenance to Director of Food Service.
17. Complies with all county health rules and regulations including established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards.
18. Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques.
19. Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned.
20. Performs other duties consistent with the position as assigned by the Director of Food Service, Principal, and/or Administration.

Qualifications:

1. High School diploma with experience in specific aspects of job functions and/or demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks.
2. Ability to communicate and maintain cooperative relationships with visitors, parents, students, teachers, staff, and other school and district administrators.
3. Possess and maintain Food Service Manager certification.
4. Must be familiar with food preparation including appliances, recipes, etc.
5. Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions.
6. Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.
7. Ability to stand for long periods of time.
8. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
9. Ability to push/pull up to 12 lbs.