Cook

Sylvania; Nibley, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Cook to support a school nutrition program in Utah. You will prepare meals meeting nutrition standards, maintain sanitary kitchens, and help ensure smooth cafeteria service for students and staff, while following health and safety guidelines.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, Food Handler’s or ServSafe certification, and the ability to work as part of a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to prepare meals according to standardized recipes and nutritional requirements.
• Commitment to sanitation and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals from recipes to meet nutritional standards.
• Estimate food quantities and adjust recipes to production needs.
• Inspect food items for quality and health compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment and prep areas.
• Monitor kitchen operations for safe, sanitary practices.
• Maintain inventory of food, supplies, and condiments.
• Prepare special dietary meals and allergy-safe items.
• Evaluate food quality and presentation before service.
• Assist with serving meals to students and staff.
• Report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• Participate in training sessions and meetings on food service operations.
• Assist with other duties to ensure adequate staffing.

Skills

Operating commercial kitchen equipment

Preparing food according to recipes

Maintaining sanitation and food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cook

Position Overview

The Cook supports school nutrition services by preparing meals that meet mandated nutritional requirements, maintaining sanitary food preparation environments, and ensuring efficient food service operations for students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items from recipes or prepared ingredients to meet nutritional standards.
• Estimate food quantities and adjust recipes to meet meal production needs.
• Inspect food items to verify quality and compliance with health standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, utensils, and food preparation areas.
• Monitor kitchen operations to ensure safe and sanitary food service practices.
• Maintain inventory of food, supplies, and condiments required for meal preparation.
• Prepare special dietary meals and allergy-safe food items as required.
• Evaluate food quality and presentation before service.
• Assist with serving food items to students and staff.
• Report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• Participate in training sessions and meetings related to food service operations.
• Assist with other food service duties when necessary to ensure adequate staffing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements – Minimum Qualifications

Skills

• Operating commercial kitchen equipment
• Preparing food according to recipes and nutritional standards
• Maintaining sanitation and food safety practices

Knowledge

• Food safety and sanitation procedures
• Food preparation techniques and kitchen operations
• Nutritional service standards and regulations

Abilities

• Communicate effectively with staff and students
• Work collaboratively as part of a kitchen team
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in food preparation areas
• Adapt to changing meal production needs

Responsibility

Works under limited supervision following standardized food service procedures while preparing meals and maintaining kitchen operations.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a commercial kitchen environment and may involve lifting, standing, and exposure to heat and food preparation equipment.

Experience

Job-related experience is desired.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing

None specified.

Certificates and Licenses

Food Handler’s or ServSafe Certification.

Continuing Education / Training

District-required annual training.

Clearances

• Mandated reporter training
• Criminal background check

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the assigned supervisor.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt