6.25 Cook

Hastings Public Schools; Hastings (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Hastings Public Schools is seeking a Cook for food service operations. The role focuses on preparing meals according to recipes, serving students, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

Applicants must hold a Food Manager's License, read and communicate in English, and be able to lift up to 40 pounds. This non‑exempt position offers daily meal service duties and a cooperative team environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Food Manager's License.
• Ability to read and communicate in English.
• Count, weigh, and measure ingredients; perform basic math.
• Able to adapt to sudden changes in tasks or workflow.
• Follow instructions and take initiative in tasks.
• Physically able to walk, stand, and lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the majority of food according to recipes and guidelines.
• Wash trays, pans, and items using a dish machine or three-compartment sink.
• Serve food and portions according to recipe; use serving utensils.
• Monitor food temperatures and take corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain HACCP compliance and proper sanitation practices.
• Operate point of sale system and handle simple transactions if required.

Skills

English communication

Basic math & measurement

Food prep skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Food Manager's License

Job description

POSITION TITLE

Food Service - Cook

Compensation / Benefits

• $21.69 PER HOUR per 24-26 Food Service Master Agreement
• This position does qualify for benefits. Please see the 24-26 Food Service Master Agreement for details.

WORK HOURS

6.25 hours per day (for the 2026-2027 school year)

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Qualifications

• Food Manager's License
• Ability to read and communicate in English
• Accurately count, weigh, measure, and complete basic math functions
• Ability to adapt to sudden and/or unpredictable changes in the day's tasks or work flow
• Follow instructions and take initiative in performance of assigned tasks
• Physical ability to walk, stoop, stand, twist, reach, and squat on a constant basis
• Physical ability to use hands and fingers dexterously
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently

Environmental Requirements

• Must work in a hot, humid environment.
• Must work in a cold or below zero environment for short period.
• Must work in a noisy environment.

REPORTS TO

Director of Food & Nutrition Services

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Benefits and work calendar as provided by the Classified Agreement.

Essential Job Functions

• Interact with staff, students, faculty, visitors, and co-workers in a pleasant and professional manner
• Responsible for majority of food preparation, utilizing cooking techniques, information, and directions outlined in recipes and other resources provided
• Wash trays, pans, and other items using dish machine or three (3) compartment sink
• Place menu and a la carte foods on serving line and assemble the appropriate serving utensils
• Monitor and record temperature of food and beverages, report unsafe temperatures to in-charge individual, and take appropriate corrective actions
• Serve food according to recipe portion or as instructed
• Monitor quantity of food needed throughout meal service, quickly prepare more if needed, and record leftover foods
• Disassemble serving line and clean serving area
• Discard or properly store leftover foods
• Perform all tasks in accordance with HACCP guidelines
• Operate point of sale system including making change, if necessary, and utilizing Offer vs. Serve principles

Other Job Functions

• Report to work at scheduled time with proper uniform and appropriately groomed
• Adhere to all school district, building, and department rules and regulations
• Assist in unpacking boxes, stocking storeroom or coolers, pulling food items from storeroom and other inventory management duties as assigned
• Perform cleaning tasks as assigned
• Utilize proper hand washing techniques
• Participate in meetings, training sessions, and seminars as scheduled
• Complete other tasks as assigned