Cook/Food Service Provider

Waubun Public Sch.-Detention Rm; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Waubun Public School - Detention Room seeks a dedicated school food service worker to develop nutritious menus, prepare meals, and maintain records while meeting district policies. The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and accurate reporting within a supportive team.

The position requires a high school diploma, Serve Safe certification, and about one year of kitchen experience, with opportunities to advance skills and responsibilities in a dynamic school environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Willing to meet Minnesota Department of Education School Nutrition Program training.
• One year experience in food service preparation in a commercial kitchen.
• Serve Safe Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a menu that meets nutritional guidelines.
• Prepare and serve meals according to established menu and guidelines.
• Ensure safety and sanitation in kitchen work areas.
• Maintain par inventory levels, determine and place food orders.
• Provide accurate reporting of meals served, prepared, or related to food service preparation.
• Communicate with internal and external sources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Portions & serving

Bulk ordering

Nutritional knowledge

USDA guidelines

Communication

Multi-tasking

Safety & sanitation

Record keeping

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Minnesota SNP training

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for developing quality, nutritional menu options for the school district, preparing the daily food menu as outlined, documenting/maintaining food service records and ensuring overall performance meets District policies and established nutritional and safety guidelines. This role promotes healthy food options and ensures a successful food program.

Classification:

Non-Certified

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

J Job Requirements:

• Develop and maintain a menu that meets nutritional guidelines.
• Prepare and serve meals according to established menu and guidelines.
• Ensure safety and sanitation in kitchen work areas.
• Maintain par inventory levels, determine and place food orders.
• Provide accurate reporting of meals served, prepared, or related to food service preparation.
• Communicate with internal and external sources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

S skills and Abilities:

• Ability to perform multiple tasks and potentially upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions.
• Knowledge of food preparation, portions, serving, and storage.
• Knowledge of ordering food in commercial bulk.
• Knowledge of foods and their nutritional value.
• Basic operation of standard office equipment including computers, copiers, and fax machines.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Ability to follow USDA food service program guidelines.
• Ability to read and interpret menus.
• Ability to document and maintain simple food production and other food service records.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work with constant interruptions and still complete work.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Initiative.
• Reliability.

S Supervision of Other Employees:

T This position does not supervise other District employees.

• Kitchen environment may have high levels of noise.
• Daily twisting motion of upper body for sweeping and mopping.
• Some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and significant fine finger dexterity.
• May be exposed to cool and high temperatures in the general work area.
• May be exposed to cleaning chemicals.
• Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 25% walking, and 65% standing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be willing to meet Minnesota Department of Education School Nutrition Program training.

Experience:

• One (1) year experience in food service preparation, cooking, and operations in a commercial kitchen.
• Must be able to obtain a Serve Safe Certification.

This description outlines the general nature and expected work for this position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. EEO Employer.