Food and Nutrition Services Cook - Long Term Sub
About The Position
The Cafeteria Cook plays a key role in preparing and serving nutritious, attractive, and safe meals to students and staff at Acton-Boxborough Regional Schools. Working under the direction of the Cafeteria Manager, Nutrition Coordinator or Food Services Director, this position supports the district's focus on increasing scratch-cooked meals and ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and food service regulations. This is a physically active, fast-paced role that requires teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service in a school food service setting.
Requirements
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Be in good physical health; be able to lift and reach
- Experience in Cafeteria or Food Service required.
- Current Serv Safe Certification and CPR Certification are both requirements for this position
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve hot and cold meals in accordance with daily menus and standardized recipes.
- Work with the Cafeteria Manager to determine quantities needed; complete and maintain daily production records.
- Accurately measure and serve portions to comply with USDA National School Lunch Program (NSLP) requirements.
- Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served at appropriate temperatures, recording temperatures as required.
- Follow all food safety and sanitation protocols to prevent contamination, spoilage, and waste.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment, including "clean as you go" and scheduled cleaning routines.
- Properly label, date, and store food products using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
- Assist in ordering, receiving, and storing food and supplies.
- Support inventory counts and help rotate stock in dry, cold, and frozen storage areas.
- Safely operate kitchen equipment such as steam kettles, ovens, slicers, and mixers.
- Provide friendly and courteous service to students and staff during meal service.
- Operate cash registers or point-of-sale systems as needed.
- Assist in catering preparation and delivery for school events or meetings.
- Support kitchen opening/closing procedures at the beginning and end of the school year.
- Be flexible and willing to work in different kitchens across the district when needed.
- Participate in required in-service trainings, food safety workshops, and professional development activities.
- Step in for the Cafeteria Manager when needed, including handling deposits and daily financial reporting.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager or Food Services Director.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
