Assistant Cook - AUburn High School

Auburn High School; Auburn (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn Public Schools is hiring an Assistant Cook at Auburn High School in Auburn, MA. You will assist in preparing meals for students and staff, support the Cafeteria Manager, and help maintain safety and sanitation standards.

Starting Date: Immediately. The role involves cash handling, inventory support, and collaboration with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service during meal periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; food service training preferred.
• ServSafe certification preferred; district can provide training as needed.
• Experience in school food service is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all areas of food production with emphasis on quality.
• Perform HACCP duties and maintain HACCP records.
• Serve students and staff in a friendly, caring manner and ensure adequate food quantities.
• Record money and lunches accurately and monitor student accounts.

Skills

Food service knowledge

Safety standards

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe certified

Tools

Cash handling

Job description

Assistant Cook - AUburn High School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5931234
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

AUBURN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION
ASSISTANT COOK

Reports to: Food Service Director/Cafeteria Manager

Responsibilities: To help provide food to customers, students and staff, of high
nutritious quality in an atmosphere of safety, cheerfulness, and
personal caring.

Essential Functions:
•works closely with the Cafeteria Manager to substitute for him/her in their absence, when needed
•reports to work on time and in proper designated attire
•assists in all areas of food production, with special care given to the quality of the food
•performs HACCP duties and records correct HACCP information in the sheets provided
•reports to the Manager when food may be needed in their general area of production and offers suggestions to keep the kitchen running smoothly
•assists in filling in production records
•serves the students and staff in a friendly and caring manner, making sure there is enough food at each serving to accommodate the customers in their line
•pays attention to allergies listed for each student
•works to keep a constant supply of serving trays for each line
•helps to record money and lunches on the computer, making sure each student has an account and reminding students if their account is running low
•reports to the Manager any problems or equipment issues that need attention or that must be addressed in this area
•helps to double-check money and complete the cash counter at the end of servings
•assists and cleans the kitchen and cafeteria areas when serving is finished
•stores any food items that must be put away after serving and records the date in order to keep accurate account of food
•assists in Receiving and Inventory at the school
•works with the Manager and other staff members as a team to accomplish the daily duties and offers input from the students and staff with regard to the menu choices and general suggestions
•works in close collaboration with the Manager to develop a smooth working kitchen and cafeteria
•performs other duties, as assigned

Ability to:
•follow the direction of the school’s Cafeteria Manager and work collaboratively with the School’s Food Service Team
•prepare a wide variety of food in large quantities
•lift moderately heavy items and stand for sustained periods of time
•work efficiently during rush conditions
•understand and carry out oral and written instructions
•plan and organize work to meet deadlines
•adhere to safety standards and safe practices especially in the handling and use of chemicals and blood-borne pathogens
•maintain cooperative and productive working relationships through the use of courtesy and tact when dealing with others
•be certifiable in federal and state mandated safety laws, as required


Knowledge of:
•methods and materials used in the preparation of large quantities of various food service
•safety practices relating to the handling, storage and use of food products
•cleaning, sanitation and health standards
•modern work methods, procedures and equipment
•food allergies and protocol for response

Education:
•High school graduate with some food service training preferred
•ServSafe certified (District can provide, as needed)

Qualifications:
•evidence of ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands or arms and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or smell, stand for sustained periods of time, and occasionally required to sit.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds


Approved by School Committee:April 5, 2010
Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $20 to $21 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Welcome to Auburn High School

Auburn High School is a high performing, comprehensive secondary school, that provides a rigorous educational climate that empowers students to take responsibility for their own academic, personal and social growth. This development occurs in a safe, nurturing environment that honors tradition and embraces change.At Auburn High School, students have the unique opportunity to create a personalized program of study based on their individual interests and abilities. There is truly something for every student at Auburn High School. In addition to a progressive curriculum and state of the art educational facility, students are encouraged to avail themselves to co-curricular offerings that include athletics, fine arts and forty clubs and activities that are linked to Auburn High School's core curriculum.Surrounded by caring and committed faculty and administration, students leave Auburn High School armed with knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in a fast-paced, constantly evolving, global environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Auburn Public Schools do not discriminate against students, parents, employees, and the general public. All programs, activities, and employment opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, limited English proficiency and disability.

Job Requirements

• The Auburn Public Schools is a District committed to excellence and we are seeking enthusiastic and highly-qualified staff to join our team. If you are interested in being part of an organization that employs best practices and is committed to student success, then this is the District for you.
  
  We encourage you to visit the District website at www.auburn.k12.ma.us to learn more about our schools and our commitment to our students.
  
  Pay based on experience.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brianne Pulver , Director of Food Services
• 5 West Street
• Auburn, Massachusetts 01504
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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