School Cook

FACCES • Columbus, OH

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves preparing and cooking meals according to approved recipes and dietary guidelines, ensuring a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. The cook will be responsible for creating weekly menus that comply with Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) guidelines. Additionally, the position requires monitoring and maintaining food and supply inventory, supervising kitchen staff and volunteers, and hosting culinary cooking classes for families and youth, both in-person and virtually. The schedule is 25-30 hours per week, and the individual must be comfortable working with children. A background screening is required.

Requirements

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience
• Previous experience working in a commercial kitchen
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities
• Passion for cooking and promoting healthy eating habits
• Certification in ServSafe or willingness to become certified upon hire and renew certification every five years
• Must be able to pass a background screening

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of CACFP and SFSP guidelines

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved recipes and dietary guidelines
• Clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces, equipment, appliances, and utensils
• Create weekly menus that align with Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) guidelines
• Monitor and maintain inventory of food and supplies, including organizing the kitchen and its inventory
• Supervise kitchen staff and volunteers, providing guidance and support as needed
• Host culinary cooking classes for families and youth, both in-person and virtual

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree