25-75 Cafeteria Cook/Manager - Secondary

Hopkinton High School; Hopkinton (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Cafeteria Cook/Manager to oversee food service operations. This vital role involves managing the cafeteria staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining high standards of food quality and service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food service management and sanitation practices, along with the ability to lead a team effectively. If you are passionate about providing quality meals in a school environment and meet the qualifications, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students and staff alike.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred for the Cafeteria Cook/Manager role.
• ServSafe certification is required; assistance available if needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage food service operations in the cafeteria.
• Plan and direct daily operations, including food preparation and serving.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Food Service Management

Sanitation Practices

Team Management

Instructional Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Food Safety Guidelines

Job description

TITLE: Cafeteria – Cook/Manager: Secondary School

TYPE OF POSITION: Full-time (8.0 hours/day, 40.0 hours/week); anticipated immediate start; salary per collective bargaining agreement (range $22.90-$25.79/hour), commensurate with experience

LOCATION: Middle School, Hopkinton, Massachusetts

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All qualified candidates

The Cafeteria Cook/Manager is responsible for the supervision and management of the food service operation of the assigned building. The incumbent ensures that appropriate quantities of food are prepared and served, and maintains compliance with local, state, and federal regulations including public health and safety.

DUTIES:

1. Coordinates the daily operation of the cafeteria by planning, directing, supervising, and participating in the preparation and serving of all food in the cafeteria;
2. Manages food service staff. Produces and maintains daily work schedules for all cafeteria employees;
3. Maintains food production and service based on pre-determined lunch menus;
4. Assumes responsibility for the weekly ordering, receiving, inventorying, and security of all food and supplies. Supervises the storage and care of all food and supplies;
5. Tracks and submits vendor invoices;
6. Other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To be considered qualified for the position of Cafeteria Cook/Manager, candidates must have/be:

1. High school graduate or GED preferred;
2. ServSafe certification (assistance available to selected candidate, if needed);
3. Ability to read basic operating and use instructions;
4. Ability to give instructions and information in a clear, concise manner and to ensure that these instructions are carried out;
5. Thorough knowledge of food service and sanitation practices;
6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Food Service Director or Superintendent may find appropriate.

Online is our preferred method of application; however, if you wish to apply by mail, please download and print the appropriate application form on our website: https://www.hopkinton.k12.ma.us/employment1

Send your completed application to:

Human Resources

Hopkinton Public Schools

89 Hayden Rowe St.

Hopkinton, MA 01748

Incomplete applications are not able to be considered.

The Hopkinton Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race or traits historically associated with race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, genetic information, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or treatment in its programs and activities. The Hopkinton Public School district is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workplace. The school system’s educational philosophy and personnel goals, including the goal of equal employment opportunity, will be considered in filling all positions.