Assistant Cook

ALAMOSA SCHOOL DISTRICT, NO. RE-11J; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

ALAMOSA SCHOOL DISTRICT, NO. RE-11J is seeking a friendly Assistant Cook to support lunchroom operations, assist in food preparation, and serve nutritious meals to students with efficiency and care.

This 168-day assignment typically involves 6- to 8-hour shifts, providing a stable school-year schedule. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, the ability to lift 20–25 pounds, and willingness to follow HACCP, CDE and USDA guidelines while maintaining cleanliness and a positive

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in food preparation procedures for 50 meal servings is desirable.
• Aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of food in a quick and pleasant manner.
• Assist in maintaining a cost effective school food service program.
• Responsible for ensuring that during meal services, the supply of food offered is replenished regularly.
• Assist in the daily cleaning of the kitchen and serving areas. Must know HACCP.
• Performs major cleaning of equipment and storerooms at regularly scheduled intervals as designated by the kitchen leader.
• Maintains a professional cordial attitude with all building and kitchen staff.
• Follows all guidelines given by CDE and USDA.
• Performs duties necessary for the safe and efficient operation of the lunchroom.
• Finishes all tasks in a timely manner.
• Shares duties such as computer input, paperwork and rotation schedules.
• Can lift 20-25 pounds.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Fulltime Assistant Cook

TITLE

ASSISTANT COOK

DEFINITION

A staff member responsible for providing food services to students in support of their educational achievement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. minimum.
• Experience in food preparation procedures for 50 meal servings.
• Aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO

Kitchen Leader and Food Service Director

JOB GOALS

To prepare and serve students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness and friendliness.

PROFESSIONAL/ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

It is imperative that the person employed in this position display, at all times, acceptable professional and ethical standards. These expectations are as follows, but are not limited to:

• Confidentiality
• Courtesy
• Cooperation and positive attitude
• Reliability/Punctuality
• Timeliness in respect to deadlines
• Respectfulness toward others
• Honesty

Responsibilities And Duties

• Assists in the preparation and serving of food in a quick and pleasant manner.
• Assists in maintaining a cost effective school food service program.
• Responsible for ensuring that during meal services, the supply of food offered is replenished regularly.
• Assists in the daily cleaning of the kitchen and serving areas. Must know HACCP.
• Performs major cleaning of equipment and storerooms at regularly scheduled intervals as designated by the kitchen leader.
• Maintains a professional cordial attitude with all building and kitchen staff.
• Follows all guidelines given by CDE and USDA.
• Performs duties necessary for the safe and efficient operation of the lunchroom.
• Finishes all tasks in a timely manner.
• Shares duties such as computer input, paperwork and rotation schedules.
• Can lift 20-25 pounds.

Terms Of Employment

• 168 day assignment, 6-8 hour minimum per day.
• Employee shall have a 90 day probationary period, after which the district will evaluate progress.
• Salary and benefits as per Board policy.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with Board policy and procedures.