Assistant Cook - School Nutrition Professional 6.5 Hrs

Brainerd Public Schools; Baxter (MN); On-site; USD 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Personal leave

403b plan

Job summary

Brainerd Public Schools is looking for an Assistant Cook for the 2025-2026 School Year at Forestview Middle School. This role involves preparing and serving food, performing clean-up, and assisting with various kitchen tasks.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in large-scale food preparation. Benefits included health, dental, vision coverage, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of methods and equipment for food preparation.
• Ability to prepare food for large groups.
• Understanding of food values and nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing entrees and measuring ingredients.
• Serve lunches and set up serving line.
• Perform cafeteria cleanup and operate dishwasher.
• Fill in for other employees during breaks.

Skills

Knowledge of large scale food preparation

Ability to work harmoniously with staff

Knowledge of nutrition

Health and safety principles

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Cook - School Nutrition Professional 6.5 Hrs JobID: 1375

Assignment Details

Position Title: Assistant Cook

Department/Building: Forestview Middle School (High Volume Site)

Reports to: Director of Nutrition Services

Assignment: 2025-2026 School Year

Hours: 6.5 per day, Monday through Friday

Salary Range: $13.52 - 18.36 (Based on certification and experience; wages outlined in the Food Services Contract located on district website)

Union: Education Minnesota Brainerd

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, PERA, 403b and Paid Holiday, Sick/ESST & Personal Leave

Job Summary

Assist in preparing food, serving lines, cafeteria/kitchen clean up, and point of sale.

Essential Functions

• Assists in preparing the entrees, such as assembling food items and measuring ingredients according to standardized recipes and proper preparation instructions.
• Assists in serving lunches to students and staff, including setting up serving line (i.e., milk, utensils, supplies), arranging food attractively, dishing up the proper food portions, and ensuring correct food temperatures.
• Performs cafeteria clean up activities, including setting up and operating the dishwasher to clean dirty dishes, utensils, pots and pans; putting away dishes, utensils, pans, napkins, supplies, etc.; collecting trays and assisting in the tray room; and wiping off tables/counters and sanitizing food service equipment.
• Fills in for other cafeteria employees (i.e., head cook, baker, salad bar) to cover breaks and absences.
• Performs related work as apparent or assigned by manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of material, methods, and equipment used in preparing foods on a large scale. Completed coursework, preferred.
• Ability to prepare food on a large scale
• Working knowledge of food values and nutrition
• Working knowledge of health and safety principles
• Ability to work harmoniously with fellow staff
• Ability to accept responsibilities as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb up and down on a short step-ladder or stool.
• Ability to lift cases of food weighing from up to 50 pounds.
• Lift and organize grocery order in the cooler/freezer with help from custodial staff if assistance is needed.