Cook - Enfield Elementary School Nutrition
About The Position
The Cook prepares and serves fresh, nutritious meals for students according to daily school menus, recipes, portion guidelines, and nutritional standards. The role organizes cooking operations to ensure meals are safely prepared, attractively presented, and ready on time; supports and guides kitchen team members; and helps maintain an efficient, clean, welcoming food service environment. Responsibilities also include managing food orders, inventory, and deliveries; following food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and allergy-accommodation requirements; and accurately completing production sheets, temperature logs, and other records. This is a full-time, non-exempt position based primarily at a school kitchen. Days and hours align with the school district’s food service schedule. Occasional extended hours may be required for special events or operational needs, and occasional travel to other school locations within the district may be required for substitute coverage or operational support. The kitchen environment involves standing for most of the workday, moderate to loud noise during meal service, and exposure to hot and cold temperatures from cooking and refrigeration equipment.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of professional culinary or food service experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- ServSafe certification, or ability to obtain it within a defined timeframe upon hire; local food safety certification is required in the jurisdiction of employment.
- Proficiency in recipe procedures and cooking techniques, including batch cooking and recipe execution.
- English speaking and reading ability sufficient to understand and perform assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Strong organization and time-management skills.
- Ability to lead a kitchen team in a positive, collaborative manner.
- Ability to stand for most of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; handle food, tools, and equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side.
- Close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- School nutrition or institutional food service experience.
- Passion for preparing healthy meals and supporting student health.
Responsibilities
- Lead meal preparation and service according to daily school menus, recipes, and portion guidelines.
- Organize cooking operations so meals are safely prepared, attractively presented, and ready on time.
- Support and guide team members in maintaining a clean, efficient, and welcoming kitchen.
- Oversee food orders, inventory, and deliveries.
- Follow food safety, HACCP, sanitation, and applicable allergy-accommodation requirements.
- Accurately complete production sheets, temperature logs, and other required records.
- Manage cooking schedules and sequencing to meet meal service deadlines.
- Maintain stocked, clean, and properly maintained stations, including setup, signage, and documentation.
- Work cooperatively with the Chef Manager and fellow food service workers to achieve daily service goals.
- Provide a welcoming, clean, and visually appealing food service station and support student satisfaction.
- Travel occasionally to other school locations within the district for substitute coverage or operational support.
- Work occasional extended hours for special events or operational needs.
Benefits
- Paid training.
- Competitive pay with opportunities for advancement.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Supportive team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
