Cook - Fenton HS
About The Position
School Cook - Fuel Young Minds with Every Meal!Monday-Friday | No Nights or Weekends! Are you passionate about cooking and looking for a job that aligns with your life? Join our school nutrition team as a Cook and help prepare fresh, nutritious meals that give students the energy to learn and thrive! What You'll Do: Cook and prepare a variety of meals according to school menus Ensure all food is safely cooked and presented with care Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace Work with team members to serve meals in a timely, friendly manner Support special dietary needs and food allergy safety procedures Complete production records, temperature logs, and ordering sheets daily Assist with ordering and inventory Why You'll Love This Job: Family-friendly schedule - you're home by mid-afternoon No nights, weekends, or holidays Paid training and steady hours Be part of a mission that matters - healthy meals fuel better learning Friendly, team-oriented school environment Why Join Us? Competitive pay + opportunities for growth Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement Paid time off About Us: At Whitsons, we believe food has the power to transform a school day. Our cooks are everyday heroes who prepare meals that nourish bodies and minds. Join us and bring your heart to the kitchen where it matters most. Apply today and help cook up a brighter future—at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of cooking techniques (we'll train the right person!)
- A commitment to cleanliness and food safety
- A dependable and positive attitude
- Comfort working in a school kitchen environment
- A passion for helping kids grow strong and healthy
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Must complete all Whitsons and government required training as necessary
- ServSafe certification
- Local food safety certification, if required in jurisdiction of employment.
- Ability to speak and read English in order to understand and perform job assignments.
- Must be proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques.
- 1 year professional culinary experience required
- Always present a positive and professional image.
Responsibilities
- Cook and prepare a variety of meals according to school menus
- Ensure all food is safely cooked and presented with care
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace
- Work with team members to serve meals in a timely, friendly manner
- Support special dietary needs and food allergy safety procedures
- Complete production records, temperature logs, and ordering sheets daily
- Assist with ordering and inventory
Benefits
- Competitive pay + opportunities for growth
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
