4hr Worker/Cook - Full-Time

Boone County Schools; Unterseen; On-site; CHF 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 paid holidays

Benefits

Job summary

EXVAL is seeking a Cafeteria Worker/Cook for a full-time role under a 180-day contract. The position includes 20 hours per week with benefits and 4 paid holidays. Responsibilities cover food preparation, quality control, inventory checks, and kitchen duties in a school cafeteria setting.

Reports to the Manager Cafeteria and requires a high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, and the ability to operate standard cafeteria equipment. Training and certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification as a school food service employee is desired.
• Basic math skills are required for meal planning and portioning.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Neat appearance and good work habits; able to read recipes and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Check shipments and sign invoices after verification.
• Review daily menus with manager and adjust recipes for portions.
• Prepare food per planned menu and tested recipes.
• Ensure food quality and appealing presentation before serving.
• Record food withdrawn and manage storage of leftovers.
• Assist in cleaning and daily kitchen upkeep.
• Help collect meal payments and move equipment as needed.
• Stand-in for manager during absence and participate in training.

Skills

Basic mathematics

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Food service experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cash register

Slicer

Grater

Mixer

Steamer

Fryer

Dishwasher

Ovens

Job description

• Position Type: Food Service/ Cafeteria Worker
• Date Posted: 9/23/2026
• Location: District Wide
• Date Available: 09/28/2026
• Closing Date: UNTIL FILLED

HOURS: 4 hrs NOTES: 180 Day contract / Benefits with a 20 hours a week / Earn between $16.31-$21.48(based on years of experience and shift) / 4 paid holidays

Cafeteria Worker/Cook - Full-Time

QUALIFICATIONS

• Has a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate
• Has received or is eligible to receive certification as a school food service employee by the Division of School Food Service
• Has specialized skills in basic mathematics
• Has the ability to lift and move objects weighing at least 50 pounds numerous times per day
• Is neat and clean in person and in work habits
• Has ability to read and follow written directions and recipes
• Has ability to operate equipment used in school cafeteria such as cash register, slicer, grater, mixer, steamer, frying machine, dishwasher, steam cart, ovens, etc.
• Has training and experience in quantity cooking (preferred)

REPORTS TO

Manager Cafeteria

JOB GOAL

To serve attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and warmth

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be familiar with written guidelines, policies, procedures, and directions from supervisor related to job responsibilities
• Check food shipments into school, signing invoices only after each order has been verified
• Check daily menus with manager and work out recipes for correct food amounts
• Prepare food according to planned menu and tested recipes
• Assure that food is of best quality in flavor and appearance before it is served
• Record all food withdrawn from storage
• Assure that unused foods are properly stored or disposed of
• Perform major cleaning at regularly scheduled intervals as designated by manager
• Assist in daily cleaning of kitchen
• Assist in collecting money for meals and beverages sold
• Move equipment, supplies and furniture as required for area of responsibility
• Report immediately any problems or accidents occurring in the kitchen to the Manager Cafeteria
• Report to manager any faulty or inferior quality food which is received
• Assist manager in ordering supplies
• Assume manager duties in manager's absence
• Attend in-service training or workshops
• Perform other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the supervisor