Cook - Velarde (part-time)

Velarde Elementary; Velarde (NM); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 31 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Velarde Elementary in Espanola Public Schools is seeking a part-time School Cook to prepare, cook, serve, and clean up nutritious meals in a USDA-compliant program. This position reports to the Head Cook/Cafeteria Manager and supports a 4‑day week across a 163‑day contract, with pay per the Cook Salary Schedule.

Qualified applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a NM Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain), and prior institutional food service experience, preferably in a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Current New Mexico Food Handler Certification or ability to obtain within the required timeframe after employment.
• Previous institutional or commercial food service experience preferred.
• Experience working in a school nutrition program preferred.

Responsabilités

• Food Preparation: Prepare breakfast, lunch, snacks, and other food items according to standardized recipes and district menus.
• Meal Service: Serve students and staff in a courteous, efficient, and professional manner and maintain serving lines.
• Food Safety and Sanitation: Follow all food safety procedures, HACCP guidelines, and maintain required temperatures.
• Personal Accountability: Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and teamwork in a fast-paced school cafeteria environment.

Connaissances

Food safety

Meal prep

Customer service

Teamwork

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Food Handler Certification

Description du poste

Cook - Velarde (part-time)

Espanola Public Schools Velarde Elementary - Velarde, New Mexico Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 3765409
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Oct 19, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Cook

Work Unit/Location:

School Site

Reports to: Head Cook/ Cafeteria Manager

Supervises: N/A

Contract Length:

163 days

4-day week

Pay Schedule:

Per Cook Salary Schedule

Overtime Status:

Must be pre-approved

Hours:

Per assigned shift

Union Status:

Union

Licensure:

Food Handler License

GENERAL JOB FUNCTION

The School Cook assists in the preparation, cooking, serving, and cleanup of nutritious, appealing, and USDA-compliant meals for students and staff in accordance with the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), USDA regulations, New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) Food Program requirements, New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) regulations, district policies, and established food safety standards.

The School Cook contributes to a clean, safe, efficient, and welcoming cafeteria environment while supporting the district's commitment to student health, nutrition, and customer service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Current New Mexico Food Handler Certification or ability to obtain within the required timeframe after employment.
• Previous institutional or commercial food service experience preferred.
• Experience working in a school nutrition program preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Food preparation techniques
• Safe food handling procedures
• USDA School Nutrition Program requirements
• HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) food safety procedures
• Kitchen sanitation and cleaning procedures
• Portion control
• Food storage requirements
• Nutrition guidelines
• Commercial kitchen equipment
• Customer service practices

Ability to:

• Prepare meals according to standardized recipes.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Maintain sanitation and food safety standards.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Work cooperatively with students, staff, and coworkers.
• Accurately measure and portion food.
• Maintain confidentiality when appropriate.
• Demonstrate professionalism and dependability.

RESOURCES USED

Commercial ovens, steamers, mixers, slicers, food processors, refrigerators, freezers, warming units, dishwashing equipment, serving lines, temperature monitoring devices, point-of-sale systems, kitchen utensils, cleaning equipment, and standard office equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, carrying, twisting, and repetitive hand movements. Employees must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely move food products, equipment, and supplies. The position requires the ability to work in hot, cold, and humid environments and to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a commercial kitchen and cafeteria environment with exposure to heat, steam, cold storage areas, cleaning chemicals, wet floors, kitchen equipment, and moderate to occasionally high noise levels.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Food Preparation

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, snacks, and other food items according to standardized recipes and district menus.
• Assist with cooking, baking, assembling, and portioning meals that meet USDA nutritional requirements.
• Prepare fresh fruits, vegetables, salads, sandwiches, and other menu items.
• Ensure meals are attractive, properly portioned, and served at appropriate temperatures.
• Follow production records and meal preparation schedules.

Meal Service

• Serve students and staff in a courteous, efficient, and professional manner.
• Maintain serving lines to ensure food items remain adequately stocked throughout meal service.
• Practice appropriate portion control consistent with USDA meal pattern requirements.
• Assist students with meal selections as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate meal accountability procedures as assigned.

Food Safety and Sanitation

• Follow all food safety procedures, including HACCP guidelines.
• Maintain required food temperatures during preparation, holding, serving, cooling, and storage.
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store food products using First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory practices.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, serving lines, refrigerators, freezers, and storage areas.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal health regulations.

Personal Accountability

The employee shall:

• Demonstrate reliability through regular attendance and punctuality.
• Notify the supervisor of absences or tardiness in accordance with district procedures.
• Complete assignments accurately and within established timelines.
• Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to district dress code and food service uniform requirements.
• Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.
• Utilize proper food handling procedures and safe work practices.
• Protect district property, equipment, food products, and supplies through responsible stewardship.
• Demonstrate positive teamwork and effective communication with students, staff, and coworkers.
• Support the mission, vision, goals, and strategic priorities of Española Public Schools by providing nutritious, safe, and appealing meals that contribute to student health and academic success.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all district hiring requirements, including criminal background clearance, employment eligibility verification, completion of required pre-employment screenings, and obtaining and maintaining all certifications required by law and district policy.

EVALUATION

Performance shall be evaluated in accordance with Board policy, district procedures, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the district's classified employee evaluation system.

Employee Acknowledgment

I acknowledge that I have received and reviewed this job description. I understand the essential duties, responsibilities, and expectations of my position and agree to perform them to the best of my ability. I understand that this job description is not intended to include every duty that may be assigned and that Española Public Schools reserves the right to modify or assign duties as operational needs require. My signature acknowledges receipt and understanding of this job description and does not constitute an employment contract.

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $18.40 to $22.83 Per Hour
Job Categories:
Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

• Kelley Fahey , Principal
• Velarde Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]