6.25 Cook

Position Type:Food Service/CookDate Posted:3/11/2026Location:Christa McAuliffe ElementaryPOSITION TITLE: Food Service - CookCOMPENSATION/BENEFITS:$21.06 PER HOURThis position does qualify for benefits. Please see the 24-26 Food Service Master Agreement for details.WORK HOURS: 6.25 hours per day (for the 2025-2026 school year)FLSA: Non-ExemptQUALIFICATIONS:Food Manager's LicenseAbility to read and communicate in EnglishAccurately count, weigh, measure, and complete basic math functionsAbility to adapt to sudden and/or unpredictable changes in the day's tasks or work flowFollow instructions and take initiative in performance of assigned tasksPhysical ability to walk, stoop, stand, twist, reach, and squat on a constant basisPhysical ability to use hands and fingers dexterouslyAbility to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequentlyENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:Must work in a hot, humid environment.Must work in a cold or below zero environment for short period.Must work in a noisy environment.REPORTS TO: Director of Food & Nutrition ServicesTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Benefits and work calendar as provided by the Classified Agreement.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Interact with staff, students, faculty, visitors, and co-workers in a pleasant and professional mannerResponsible for majority of food preparation, utilizing cooking techniques, information, and directions outlined in recipes and other resources providedWash trays, pans, and other items using dish machine or three (3) compartment sinkPlace menu and a la carte foods on serving line and assemble the appropriate serving utensilsMonitor and record temperature of food and beverages, report unsafe temperatures to in-charge individual, and take appropriate corrective actionsServe food according to recipe portion or as instructedMonitor quantity of food needed throughout meal service, quickly prepare more if needed, and record leftover foodsDisassemble serving line and clean serving areaDiscard or properly store leftover foodsPerform all tasks in accordance with HACCP guidelinesOperate point of sale system including making change, if necessary, and utilizing Offer vs. Serve principlesOTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:Report to work at scheduled time with proper uniform and appropriately groomedAdhere to all school district, building, and department rules and regulationsAssist in unpacking boxes, stocking storeroom or coolers, pulling food items from storeroom and other inventory management duties as assignedPerform cleaning tasks as assignedUtilize proper hand washing techniquesParticipate in meetings, training sessions, and seminars as scheduledComplete other tasks as assigned