Cook/Cashier

Central York School District; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with HSA

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending

Job summary

Central York School District is seeking a full-time Cook/Cashier at Central York High School in York, PA. The role involves meal preparation, serving, cashiering, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen while supporting students and staff.

Work hours are 7.5 hours per day, 187 days per year, with an hourly rate of $14.40–$19.15. Requirements include a high school diploma; knowledge of nutrition, sanitation and food safety is preferred, and ServSafe is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of nutrition, sanitation and food safety is preferred.
• ServSafe preferred.
• Cooking experience preferred.
• General working knowledge of computers preferred.
• Must be highly organized with good communication skills.
• Background clearances (PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse, FBI) within past 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food in accordance with procedures and Head Cook directions.
• Assist Head Cook in estimating quantities for students and staff.
• Assist with serving food to students and staff.
• Participate in cleanup of all cafeteria areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Understand overall operation to ensure continuity of service.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Interact with students and staff courteously.
• Participate in activities to improve the lunch program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Head Cook, Principal and Food Service Director.

Skills

Food service knowledge

Customer service

Sanitation

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computers (basic)

Job description

• Position Type: Building Support Staff/ Food Services (10 months)
• Date Posted: 10/20/2026
• Location: Central York High School

Central York School District (CYSD) is looking for a full-time Cook/Cashier to join Central York High School. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food preparation and customer service, a passion for ensuring students have access to nutritious meals, and the ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. The Cook/Cashier will play a key role in meal preparation, cashiering, and fostering positive interactions with students and staff. If you are a friendly, reliable, and dedicated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, team-centered environment.

Mission:

Central York School District provides a high-quality academic experience within a supportive, valued, collaborative community that promotes students' personal growth and the pursuit of their passions and interests.

Our Vision:

Pursuing Excellence: All Panthers. Every Day. In All Ways.

Core Values:

Character | Perseverance | Accountability | Community | Excellence

Where:

Central York High School
601 Mundis Mill Road
York, PA 17406

Hours: 7.5 Hours Per Day, 187 Days Per Year

Job Summary:

Assist with the preparation, serving and cleanup of the school breakfast and/or lunch program. Create an environment that produces a satisfying school experience as well as a professional image of the school while providing a well-balanced student breakfast and lunch program.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare food in accordance with established procedures and direction of the Head Cook.
• Assist the Head Cook in estimating the quantities of food to students and staff.
• Actively participate in the serving of food to students and staff.
• Assist and participate in the necessary cleanup of all cafeteria-related areas.
• Maintain and practice required standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
• Become knowledgeable about the overall operation to insure continuity and consistency of service in the event of personnel absence.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of safe operation of all kitchen equipment.
• Interact with students and staff in a courteous and positive manner.
• Actively participate in activities designed to improve the school lunch program.
• Perform other duties reasonably related to the Food Services function as assigned by the Head Cook, Principal and/or Food Service Director.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent(required)
• Knowledge in the food service industry with an understanding of nutrition, sanitation and food safety is preferred
• ServSafe preferred
• Cooking experience preferred
• General working knowledge of computers preferred
• Must demonstrate the ability to be highly structured and organized & have good communication skills
• Must have obtained (or will obtain) valid PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse, and FBI Criminal History Background clearances within the past twelve (12) months.

Hourly Rate:

• $14.40-$19.15

Step placement shall be based on years of service recognized by employer

Eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical with Health Spending Account
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Dependent Care
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance Plans