Half Time Cook I/II

Berkeley County Schools•Martinsburg, WV

About The Position

The Half Time Cook I/II implements child nutrition meal services at Hedgesville High. The role prepares and serves breakfast, lunch, and other food to children and adults in a courteous, customer-service-oriented manner; organizes and sets up equipment and workstations; and follows applicable health, food service, government, and other regulations. The position is accountable to the Building Principal and Director of Food Services. It is a 200-day contract, with scheduled hours from 9:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. The listed pay range is $15,000–$21,340, with years of service, plus a competitive benefits package described as equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation. The stated start date is November 18, 2026. The position requires a level of education sufficient to read and follow written food menus and work schedules, and a valid food handler’s card issued by the school division. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. The role requires knowledge of large-scale food preparation and sanitation, the ability to work in a close, fast-paced environment, and physical ability to perform kitchen duties, including lifting at least 50 pounds and standing for long periods.

Requirements

Education sufficient to read and follow written food menus and work schedules.
Valid food handler’s card issued by the school division.
General knowledge of materials and methods used to prepare and serve meats, breads, vegetables, and other foods on a large scale.
General knowledge of the use and care of food preparation equipment.
Skill in using standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students, and school staff.
Ability to maintain emotional control and work with others in a close, fast-paced environment.
Ability to address customers in a pleasant, courteous manner.
Ability to communicate and interact with employees and the public using sensory skills, including seeing, reading, talking, hearing, and handling or feeling objects and controls.
Physical ability to use and operate office-related equipment, including a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine.
Ability to perform activities including walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
Ability to be exposed to chemicals.
Applicants must complete the entire application and provide all requested documents and references; requested interviews must be attended. Applicants dismissed or whose contracts were non-renewed for cause, and applicants with unfavorable reference recommendations, are not eligible for consideration.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and other food to children and adults in a courteous, customer-service-oriented manner.
Organize and set up equipment and workstations.
Follow health, food service, government, and other regulations.
Assist with food preparation and portioning and prepare the cafeteria counter.
Serve students and staff from the cafeteria counter.
Remove used dishes and assist with cleaning counters, tables, and dining-area furnishings.
Take turns washing pots and pans.
Practice personal hygiene and proper sanitation procedures.
Exhibit courtesy and understanding toward staff and customers.
Set up and break down serving areas.
Participate in formal and informal training.
Demonstrate knowledge of sanitation practices.
Perform related work as required.