Assistant Cook

Marshall Public Schools; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Marshall Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Cook to support the preparation and serving of nutritious meals for PK-13 students across eight buildings in the Marshall/Albion area. You will assist the head cook, handle cashier duties during lunch, and help maintain a clean, safe cafeteria environment.

Strong communication, reliability, and basic cooking skills are essential, with a preference for prior food service experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Organized, self-disciplined and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Good oral and listening communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily work schedule and other duties as assigned.
• Assist head cook with meal preparation and serving.
• Help ensure meals are appealing and meet nutrition standards.
• Maintain accurate cash sales records and take payments.
• Keep a clean, sanitary work area and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-discipline

Safety awareness

Cooking skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Marshall Public Schools serves over 2,500 PK-13 students across eight (8) school buildings throughout the Marshall and Albion communities. Our district is unique compared to other school systems because of our geographics footprint with the innovative, educational pathways for our students and families. Marshall Public Schools is dedicated to our mission, “To create ONE equitable, inclusive and innovative educational community.”

WORK YEAR:

School Year Calendar (up to 180 days)

SCHEDULE:

M/W/F: 8:45 AM - 1:15 PM
T/TH: 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
(4.5 hr/day; 22.5 hr/wk)

NATURE OF POSITION:

The Assistant Cook assists in the preparation and serving of quality, nutritious and well accepted breakfast and/or lunch meals for students in a quick and pleasant matter as well as accurately and efficiently cashier for each lunch period. The Assistant Cook works cooperatively with others to provide students, staff and the community with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient environment; and maintains effective public relations with parents, staff, students and visitors.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

The assistant cook will be under the direct supervision of the Food Service Director.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Organized, self-disciplined and capable of performing job duties without constant supervision
• Strong communication (oral & listening) and interpersonal relations skills
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment necessary to perform the job in a safe manner
• Proficient cooking skills, food service experience preferred

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete daily work schedule and other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Assist head cook when needed
• Assist in preparation of foods in a way that will be pleasing to customers
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records
• Maintain a neat and clean work area
• Comply with State and Federal rules and regulations regarding the National School Lunch Program
• Make accurate cash sales/exchanges with customers
• Make accurate cash sales/exchanges with customers
• Notify driver or supervisor of any needed supplies
• Follow proper sanitation practices as determined by the County Health Department throughout meal preparation, service, and clean-up including cleaning equipment, lunch tables and food contact surfaces following proper sanitation techniques using approved sanitizing agents and handling and storing foods in a proper, sanitary manner
• Assist co-workers in setup and cleanup of cafeteria / kitchen
• Keep Director informed about any out of stock items, potential or existing unsafe working conditions, shortages or problems that require immediate action, and when assistance is needed to complete production within time constraints
• Utilize extra time when work is completed ahead of schedule to assist others, clean, etc.
• Utilize work simplification techniques to complete work in a timely manner
• Service customers in a courteous, efficient manner
• Sweep and mop all floors in the kitchen area, as assigned
• Demonstrate an understanding of the district's mission, vision and strategic priorities and actively works to advance them through daily practice and professional conduct
• Contribute to the culture and climate of the district by modeling its core values, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment and serving as a committed representative of the district's identity and purpose in all interactions with students, families, staff and the broader community
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:

Open until filled