Cook: 5hrs, 2026 - 27 SY (This is a Pool)

Young World Physical Education; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Cincinnati is seeking a full-time Cook for its Student Dining Services. Responsibilities include food preparation, serving, and maintaining kitchen operations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to effectively communicate in both oral and written forms.

The position involves working in a busy kitchen environment, requiring physical stamina, teamwork, and attention to detail. Starting pay is $21.85 per hour, with immediate openings available.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of operating kitchen equipment and performing tasks in a busy kitchen.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks related to food handling, preparation, and service.
• Assist in menu preparation and food service.
• Handle cash exchanges and operate kitchen equipment.

Skills

Ability to operate kitchen and serving equipment

Effective communication skills

Participate in food production

Maintain cleanliness

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Cook – 5hrs – This is a Pool – 2025 – 26 SY

Cincinnati Public Schools STUDENT DINING SERVICES – CINCINNATI, Ohio

Job Details

Job ID: 5780921

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Student Dining Services Department

Job duties:

• Performs a variety of tasks as assigned by the Lunchroom Manager, related to the safe handling, preparation and service of food in an elementary and secondary lunchroom.
• Assisting in the preparation of menu items; preparation of vegetables; making sandwiches, salads, entrees etc.
• Handle cash exchange in the form of the a la carte, vending machines, or point of sale.
• Operating kitchen and serving equipment such as ovens, warmers, hot and cold serving lines, dish machines, etc. Setting up serving counters and serving food; washing dishes and utensils; and cleaning equipment and areas.
• This person may act as cashier and may perform more responsible work, such as being in charge of a food serving unit or acting as a temporary substitute for higher level work. This employee also does related work as required.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

• Working steadily in a kitchen where food is prepared in quantity to meet exacting schedules;
• Operating kitchen and serving equipment;
• Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Participate in food production;
• Keep work environment neat and orderly;
• Maintain good physical condition and personal cleanliness;
• Work professionally with teams;
• Read, interpret, and follow recipes and instructions;
• Write legibly;
• Work a minimum of one day per work week;
• Lift 40 pounds

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.85 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Shane Wery
• 2651 Burnet Avenue
• Cincinnati, Ohio 45219
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]