Cook - Millburn School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group • Lindenhurst, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our school nutrition team as a Cook and help prepare fresh, nutritious meals that give students the energy to learn and thrive! 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. Apply today and help cook up a brighter future—at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 1 year of professional culinary or food service experience required
• ServSafe certification required or must obtain within a defined timeframe upon hire
• Local food safety certification required in any jurisdiction of employment
• Proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques
• Ability to speak and read English sufficient to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements
• Always presents a positive and professional image
• Ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Genuine interest in school nutrition and student health
• Demonstrates proficiency in cooking techniques, batch cooking, and recipe execution
• Consistently meets portioning, presentation, and nutritional compliance standards for every meal served
• Maintains rigorous adherence to HACCP, ServSafe, and all applicable food safety and sanitation standards
• Completes temperature logs and production records accurately and on time every shift
• Manages the timing and sequencing of cooking operations to meet meal service deadlines consistently
• Follows all Whitsons policies, production standards, and assigned schedules with accuracy and dependability
• Demonstrates care in portioning, temperature monitoring, station setup, signage, and documentation
• Ensures every station is stocked, clean, and properly maintained throughout the service day
• Works cooperatively with the Chef Manager and fellow food service workers
• Contributes to a productive, positive kitchen environment and supports the team in achieving daily service goals
• Takes pride in the quality and presentation of every meal served
• Maintains a welcoming, clean, and visually appealing station
• Understands that student satisfaction and participation are the ultimate measure of success

Nice To Haves

• School nutrition or institutional food service experience preferred

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

Benefits

• Paid training
• Steady hours
• Competitive pay
• Opportunities for growth
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

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