WSH: B Cook, 8.0 hrs/day Start date: Sept. 2026

Traverse City Area Public Schools•Traverse City, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The B Cook performs a variety of tasks in the preparation and cooking of food and helps with the production records, inventory, and ordering of food, and sanitation controls. Conforms to schedules established by Kitchen Leader. The B Cook reports to the building Kitchen Leader. The B Cook performs the kitchen leader duties when kitchen leader is absent and if assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Pleasant, cheerful attitude toward all customers and staff.
Ability to maintain proper sanitation practices.
Possess the physical capabilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.
Willingness to work on continuous improvement as an employee and for the kitchen, and TCAPS Food Service Department.
Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis to the assigned worksite.
Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
Basic technology skills required to utilize computer and/or other office equipment (printer/copy machine, etc.) consistent with work-related tasks.
The ability to listen and effectively communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
The ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
The ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
The ability to work independently and in a team environment.
The ability to maintain effective time management.
The ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress or conflict situations.
The ability to drive personal vehicle to various locations throughout the district.

Nice To Haves

Previous kitchen experience and cooking experience preferred.
Ability to effectively lead and coordinate the work activities of other staff.

Responsibilities

Reads and interprets menus and recipes.
Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixers, ranges, steamers, slicers, food choppers, etc.
Assists in the preparation and cooking of food.
Assists with production records, inventory, ordering of food and supplies and other paperwork and related duties.
Cleans and sanitizes equipment and facilities.
Sets up food lines and serves if needed.
Assists with the training of staff.
Puts away stock and supplies and maintains the storage, cooler, and freezer areas.
Performs cashiering duties on POS system if needed.
Performs other duties as required.