Nutrition Services Assistant (Cook) 7.5hr (2026-2027)

Joliet Public Schools District 86 • Joliet, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Unit Supervisor and/or Assistant Unit Supervisor, the Nutrition Services Assistant (Cook) prepares high-quality meals for District #86 students and staff and affiliated organizations. The role includes preparing and cooking meals, packing meals for transport, serving junior high students and staff, cashier duties, dishwashing, cleaning, and catering as required.

This is a full-time, 9-month, non-exempt position covered by a bargaining unit. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the Board of School Inspectors of School District 86 and the School-Related Personnel Council, AFT-Local 604. The position guide notes a maximum of five years of full-time experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of production experience in a high-volume institutional or commercial food service operation.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of high-volume institutional food service recipes and production methods.
• Understanding of and ability to properly operate appropriate kitchen equipment.
• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Must hold a current Will County sanitation certificate or be able to obtain one within one year of employment.
• Ability to physically perform all duties associated with the position.
• Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to work cohesively and communicate effectively under stressful conditions.
• Ability to meet inflexible deadlines and maintain concentration and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Safely prepare and handle food, and clean and sanitize equipment and facilities.
• Practice safety precautions in all phases of food service operations.
• Operate kitchen equipment and use appropriate work techniques and methods.
• Prepare and cook food for junior high students, elementary students, district faculty, and contract accounts.
• Prepare meals for individual service and pack them in insulated food transporters for delivery to elementary schools.
• Prepare and serve catered events within the district.
• Follow recipe and production procedures to ensure high-quality products.
• Follow required procedures for safe handling of food products.
• Serve meals to junior high students, faculty, and staff in the school cafeteria.
• Perform cashier duties as assigned, following meal-distribution procedures and accurately accounting for meal categories.
• Maintain sanitary conditions in production and serving areas.
• Perform cleaning duties as directed, including dishwashing, equipment cleaning, sweeping, and wet mopping.
• Maintain positive customer relations with students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Director of Nutrition Services and/or designee.

Benefits

• Salary and benefits are in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the Board of School Inspectors of School District 86 and the School-Related Personnel Council, AFT-Local 604.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED