Assistant Cook - School Nutrition Professional 6.5 Hrs

Brainerd Public Schools; United States; Presencial; USD 19.000 - 25.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health, Dental, Vision

Life insurance

Paid holidays

PERA

403b

Sick/ESST & Personal Leave

Descripción de la vacante

Applitrack is seeking an Assistant Cook at Brainerd High School for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports nutrition services by preparing food, serving meals, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Hours are 6.5 per day, Monday through Friday. Salary ranges from $13.52 to $18.36 per hour based on certification and experience.

The position involves assisting the head cook, adhering to health and safety standards, and supporting customers in the cafeteria.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with large-scale food preparation preferred.
• Ability to prepare food on a large scale and follow recipes.
• Knowledge of food values, nutrition, and safety practices.
• Ability to work harmoniously with staff and take assigned responsibilities.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in preparing entrees and measuring ingredients per recipes.
• Serve lunches to students and staff; set up serving line and portions.
• Perform cafeteria cleanup and dishwashing; maintain sanitation.
• Fill in for other cafeteria staff during breaks/absences.
• Perform related tasks as assigned by manager.

Conocimientos

Food preparation

Serving food

Dishwashing / cleanup

Teamwork

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Coursework in food preparation (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

Assistant Cook - School Nutrition Professional 6.5 Hrs JobID: 1489

• Date Posted: 9/25/2026
• Location: Brainerd High School

ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

Position Title: Assistant Cook

Department/Building: Brainerd High School (High Volume Site)

Reports to: Director of Nutrition Services

Assignment: 2026-2027 School Year

Hours: 6.5per day, Monday through Friday

Salary Range: $ 13.52 -18.36(Based on certificationand experience; wages outlined in the Food ServicesContract 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 50pounds.
• Liftand organizegrocery order in the cooler/freezer with help from custodial staff if assistance is needed.