Assistant Cook

Applitrack; Berkeley (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking an Assistant Cook for the Illinois school nutrition program. Two positions available to support meal preparation, cashier duties, and daily operations in a school kitchen environment.

Responsibilities include food prep, packing lunch bags, inventory handling, daily cash and computer entries, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards according to district policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience with food preparation.
• Basic understanding and use of computers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing all food for the daily meal program.
• Pack lunch bags for schools and distribute using portable ovens.
• Order and store ice cream, milk, napkins, straws etc.
• Daily enter all prepayments on the computer and make daily entries as necessary.
• Cashier during all meal periods on a daily basis.
• Replenish silverware and trays for each lunch period.
• Assist with cleaning of the service area and the kitchen.
• Oversee use and cleaning of ovens and burners.

Skills

Food preparation

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

ASSISTANT COOK (2 Open Positions)

Functional Capacity Assessment Required

Effective 2026-2027School Year

Qualifications: High School Diploma, experience with food preparation, and basic understanding and use of computers

Reports to: Nutritional Services Director/Nutritional Services Supervisor/Head Cook

Evaluation: As per association agreement

Work Calendar: 175 work days, or as per association agreement

Position Goal: To provide healthy, nutritious, attractive meals to students within a clean environment which meets all State of Illinois health codes

Rate of Pay/Benefits: See attached salary schedule per the negotiated agreement. The position includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits

The Assistant Cook shall be responsible for the following duties and perform other duties that may be assigned by the Nutritional Services Director, Nutritional Services Supervisor, Head Cook/Kitchen Supervisor, or Administration:

Superintendent/Board:

• Observe and adhere to all Board of Education policies and regulations, and all administrative rules and procedures

Building:

• Assist in preparing all food for the daily meal program
• Pack lunch bags for the primary, intermediate schools and distribute using portable ovens
• Order and store ice cream, milk, napkins, straws etc.
• Daily enter all prepayments on the computer and makes additional daily entries as necessary
• Prepare cash box, open computer, and shut down/lock-up computer on a daily basis
• Cashier during all meal periods on a daily basis
• Refill condiments and clean condiment area between meal periods
• Replenish silverware and trays for each lunch period
• Assist with cleaning of the service area and the kitchen
• Oversee use and cleaning of ovens and burners
• Assist with the unpacking and storing of all supplies

Individual:

• Wear appropriate clothing, plastic gloves, hair cover etc.
• Exhibit confidentiality in relation to students, parents and staff
• Exercise good judgment, tact and discretion
• Work effectively and respectively with others
• Remain current in the use of First Aid, CPR, Heimlich Maneuver,

EPI Pen and the AED (if required by Administration)

• Be knowledgeable of and implement the District Safety Plan

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent and prolonged standing, walking and bending
• Ability to move freely around the building
• Exposure to noise and activity levels associated with school life