Assistant Head Cook

Jackson County Central Schools; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance contribution

Clothing reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Jackson County Central Schools is seeking a dedicated Food Service Assistant Head Cook to assist in meal preparation, serve students and staff, and help maintain a clean, safe cafeteria environment.

Under the supervision of the Head Cook and Food Service Director, you will contribute to food safety, teamwork, and efficient service during mealtimes; starting pay is $15.75 per hour with insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing food, serving students in the cafeteria during mealtime and cleaning up station and dishes.
• Assist in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Assist students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Job description

• Date Posted: 9/18/2026
• Location: Jackson County Central High School
• Date Available: 09/28/2026
• Closing Date: 10/09/2026

Food Service Assistant Head Cook

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Head Cook and Food Service Director, to assist in preperation of food, serving students and staff and cleaning. Must have food safety knowledge and maintain an orderly and safe atmosphere in the cafeteria.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in preparing food, serving students in the cafeteria during mealtime and cleaning up station and dishes.
• Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• Other duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard school environment.
• This position stands most of the 6 hour shift.

Pay starts at $15.75 / hour with insurance contribution, clothing reimbursement and paid time off. Join a great team!