Assistant Cook - 4 HR

WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Massillon City Schools Massillon Washington High School is seeking an Assistant Cook (4 hours) to support meal preparation and service. The role runs within the school’s food service program, on a 8:45 AM–12:45 PM schedule as per building time, with responsibilities including food prep, portion control, and meal service.

The successful candidate will work under the Head Cook and Food Service Supervisor, ensuring safety, accuracy, and efficient operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with food preparation or kitchen operations preferred.
• Ability to follow direction and work with Head Cook.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Cook and follow supervisor directions.
• Prepare healthy meals and portion control.
• Operate POS system and handle cashier duties as needed.
• Maintain sanitation and clean work areas according to Health Department standards.
• Attend meetings or in-services when required by Supervisor.
• Support Head Cook in their absence according to seniority.

Skills

Food preparation knowledge

Sanitation standards

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cash register

Point of Sale System

Calculator

Computer

Job description

Assistant Cook - 4 HR

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Job Details

Job ID: 5857705

Application Deadline: Sep 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

Job Description

MASSILLON CITY SCHOOLS

EXTERNAL JOB POSTING

“We are an Equal Opportunity Employer”

Position: Assistant Cook(s) - 4 HR

Building: Massillon Washington High School

Time Schedule: Per building time schedule (8:45 AM - 12:45 PM)

Rate of pay: $13.81/HR

Reports to: Building Principal/Designee

Deadline: Until filled

JOB DESCRIPTION

Shall serve as an assistant and follow direction from the Head Cook and Food Service Supervisor

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare food that is healthy, nutritious and tasty
• Use appropriate portion sizes for each meal component

• Perform and carry through until finished any food/meal preparation duties, serving and cleaning duties

• Follow sanitation standards set by the Health Department
• Operate Point of Sales System as needed
• Attend any meetings or in-services when required by Supervisor.
• Take over the responsibilities of Head Cook during Head Cook’s absence (according to seniority)
• Be neat and clean in appearance
• Work in a cooperative and professional manner, creating a good working environment for students, staff, co-workers and public
• Perform any other tasks designated by the Head Cook, building Principal or Food Service Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) – proof required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• A working knowledge of food preparation, equipment operation, serving, cleaning, portion control
• Cash register and bookkeeping experience is highly desirable

EQUIPMENT OPERATED

• Telephone
• Copy machine
• Calculator
• Working knowledge of all kitchen equipment
• Computer

ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Occasional interaction among unruly children
• Frequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see (ability to see color), read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, kneel, and stoop
• Frequent requirement to lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 50 pounds
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles or dangerous chemicals
• Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
• Occasional requirement to travel, e.g., to deliver food and supplies
• Occasional evening/weekend/summer work
• Occasional requirement to work overtime
• Occasional exposure to extreme heat and cold, e.g., ovens, walk-in freezer
• Frequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., calculator, cash register, computer
• Occasional requirement to operate school district vehicle

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor, Assistant Superintendent/designee.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $13.81 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Mark Fortner
• 930 17th Street N.E.
• Massillon, Ohio 44646
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]