Floater Cook 2026-2027

Young World Physical Education; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 21,435 - 27,028; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Frankfort, Kentucky is seeking a Floater Cook for the 2026-2027 school year. The Cook/Baker Floater will maintain the cleanliness of kitchen facilities and rotate among schools for staff absence coverage.

The ideal candidate needs a high school diploma or GED and one year of food service experience. Pay ranges from $15.56 to $19.62 per hour, depending on qualifications. Annual training for food service personnel is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED as required by Kentucky law.
• One year of food service experience is required.
• Must complete and re-certify in a food service training course annually.

Responsibilities

• Keep School Nutrition Program facilities and equipment clean and sanitary.
• Assist in the preparation and serving of food.
• Work on the food serving line and operate kitchen equipment.

Skills

Food service experience

Ability to follow directions

Knowledge of food preparation safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Floater Cook 2026-2027

Franklin County District Wide - Frankfort, Kentucky

Job Details

Job ID: 5733431

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Job Description

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A STATE AND NATIONAL CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK AND A CHILD ABUSE/NEGLECT (CAN) CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Franklin County Schools

652 Chamberlin Avenue

Frankfort, KY 40601

[phone]

JOB TITLE

Cook/Baker Floater

REPORTS TO

School Nutrition Program Manager

School Nutrition Program Director

Principal

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

Food Service Salary Schedule

Grade FS1

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

182 x 6

EXEMPT STATUS

Non Exempt

JOB CLASS CODE

8242

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Classified

DATE APPROVED

May 11, 2026

BASIC FUNCTION

The Cook/Baker Floater is responsible for keeping School Nutrition Program facilities and equipment clean and sanitary. This position regularly rotates among schools to provide coverage for staff vacancies and absences.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in preparation and serving of food.
• Operates dishwasher and other equipment.
• Assists in setting up steam tables for food service.
• Works on the food serving line.
• Attends at least six (6) hours of annual continuing education/training in addition to food safety training.
• Performs other duties pertaining to the cafeteria as assigned by the School Nutrition Program Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, GED certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a GED as required by Kentucky law and one year food service experience.
• Must complete training course for certification of beginning school food service personnel as prescribed in 702 KAR 6:045.
• Must re-certify annually.
• Must be able to understand oral and written directions.
• Should be able to work closely with other members of the organization.
• Should have some knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in food preparation.
• Should have some knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in food preparation.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the board of education.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for classified personnel.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.56 to $19.62 per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Christy Pritchett, School Nutrition Director
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]