Cook Helper (Class I) - Excelsior Elementary, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.72[...]

Minnetonka Public Schools; Excelsior (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Minnetonka Public Schools is seeking a Nutrition Services Cook Helper at Excelsior Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year. The position offers 4-6 hours per day with half-hour increments and follows the school calendar.

Training occurs the week before classes begin, and building assignments may change based on staffing needs. The role involves heating, cooking, portioning, serving, and kitchen clean-up under Cook Manager guidance, with safety and sanitation standards strictly observed.

Qualifications

• ServSafe Certification desirable.
• Computer experience helpful.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Must enjoy working with students.
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position (including the ability to lift up to 40 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas.
• Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
• Follows instructions and procedures in clean-up of kitchen and serving areas.
• Follows standards of safety and sanitation in handling, storing and serving of food items.
• Accurately performs record keeping functions as requested by Cook Manager.
• Assists in preparing food items.
• Performs point-of-sale and cashiering duties as part of kitchen rotation.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Skills

Math skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Student engagement

Tools

Point-of-sale system

Job description

• Position Type: Nutrition Services/ Cook Helper
• Date Posted: 5/1/2026
• Location: Excelsior Elementary
• Date Available: August 24, 2026
• Closing Date: open until filled

Assignment:

Position available starting the 2026-2027 school year.

4-6 hours per day - applicant choice in half hour increments

*Building assignment subject to change based on staffing needs

Position works on all school days.

Click here to view the 2026-2027 academic calendar.

Training and kitchen opening will take place the week before school starts on August 24-26.

Wages and Benefits:

$21.72 Click here to view pay rates for this position. Rates can be found in Schedule A.

6 hours per day positions provide medical and dental benefit eligibility Click here to view benefit details.

Please note that the linked wages, contract and benefits reflect 2025-2026. The new rates will be posted once they are finalized.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas.
2. Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
3. Follows instructions and procedures in clean-up of kitchen and serving areas.
4. Follows standards of safety and sanitation in handling, storing and serving of food items.
5. Accurately performs record keeping functions as requested by Cook Manager.
6. Assists in preparing food items.
7. Performs point-of-sale and cashiering duties as part of kitchen rotation.
8. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Job Qualifications:

1. ServSafe Certification desirable.
2. Computer experience helpful.
3. Ability to follow oral and written directions.
4. Must have basic math skills.
5. Must enjoy working with students.
6. Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
7. Ability to meet the physical demands of the position (including the ability to lift up to 40 pounds) as assessed through a preplacement physical at Concentra.