Cook

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Alsip (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators seeks a motivated school kitchen worker to prepare, assist, cook and serve meals for breakfast and lunch programs in district schools.

You will maintain sanitary work areas, operate kitchen equipment, follow food safety guidelines, lift up to 50 pounds, and participate in trainings as requested by the building principal. Knowledge of fire safety and basic first aid is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required or preferred.
• Illinois Approved Food Manager’s Certificate.
• Food preparation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assist, cook and serve meals for breakfast and lunch programs.
• Maintain sanitary work environment and cleaning of surfaces, utensils and counters.
• Follow food safety guidelines for preparation, serving and storing food.
• Operate all kitchen equipment efficiently and safely.
• Clean and inspect galley equipment and work areas for cleanliness and functionality.
• Maintain high personal hygiene standards including proper hand washing.

Skills

Food safety

Kitchen equipment operation

Sanitation

Fire safety

Lifting & carrying

Training willingness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Illinois Approved Food Manager’s Certificate

Job description

• Preparation, assisting, cooking and serving a variety of food items for breakfast and lunch programs
• Maintenance of sanitary work environment including cleaning all cooking surfaces, utensils, trays, pots and pans, floors, and counters
• Maintenance of high standards for food quality and appearance following guidelines for food safety in preparation, serving and storing of food
• Ability to operate all kitchen equipment in an efficient and timely manner
• Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation
• Demonstrates high personal hygiene standards including proper hand washing protocol and handling of food items
• Understands basic kitchen first aid and must report all accidents to building principal and health specialist
• Responsible for ensuring all equipment is turned off at the end of the day
• Demonstrate knowledge of disaster/safety actions especially in regards to fire and ability to use a fire extinguisher
• Knowledge of various cooking methods including baking, grilling, frying, boiling, etc.
• Requisition food supplies, kitchen equipment, and appliances, based on estimates of future needs
• Willing to attend work related training classes and workshops as requested by building principal

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Illinois Approved Food Manager’s Certificate
• Food preparation experience preferred

Salary/Benefits

See district website

Additional Notes

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, carry 50 pounds, and push/pull 35 pounds of force
• Ability to stand and walk on hard surfaces for long periods of time
• Ability to adapt to changes in room temperature
• Ability to work in the presence of loud background noise.