Food Service Cook/Server

Sylvania; Payette (ID); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Payette School District is seeking a responsible Food Service Cook/Server to support daily meal operations for students. The role involves food preparation, serving, sanitation, and kitchen operations to ensure health and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include following menus and USDA guidelines, operating kitchen equipment, maintaining cleanliness, and providing courteous service. The position is full-time, with schedule as determined by district needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service preferred.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices or willingness to be trained.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for extended periods.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs and perform repetitive tasks.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and serving of breakfast and lunch meals in accordance with district menus and USDA guidelines.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (ovens, warmers, dishwashers, slicers, etc.).
• Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, serving lines, and dining areas.
• Wash dishes, trays, utensils, and food preparation equipment.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, and temperature procedures.
• Stock and organize food, supplies, and deliveries.
• Accurately portion and serve meals to students and staff.
• Provide courteous and respectful customer service to students and staff.
• Assist with inventory and notify the supervisor of needed supplies.
• Follow all district, state, and federal nutrition program requirements.
• Identify and report safety or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Support special events or alternative meal service needs as assigned.

Skills

Food service experience

Food safety knowledge

Follow recipes

Fast-paced environment

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Job description

Food Service Cook/Server

Location: Payette School District
Position Type: Classified
Work Schedule: full-time, actual schedule to be determined by district needs
Reports To: Food Service Di

Position Summary

The Payette School District is seeking a responsible, dependable individual to support daily food service operations. This role plays a key part in providing nutritious meals to students in a clean, safe, and efficient environment. The Food Service Cook/Server assists with food preparation, serving, sanitation, and overall kitchen operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and serving of breakfast and lunch meals in accordance with district menus and USDA guidelines
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (ovens, warmers, dishwashers, slicers, etc.)
• Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, serving lines, and dining areas
• Wash dishes, trays, utensils, and food preparation equipment
• Follow proper food handling, storage, and temperature procedures
• Stock and organize food, supplies, and deliveries
• Accurately portion and serve meals to students and staff
• Provide courteous and respectful customer service to students and staff
• Assist with inventory and notify the supervisor of needed supplies
• Follow all district, state, and federal nutrition program requirements
• Identify and report safety or maintenance concerns promptly
• Support special events or alternative meal service needs as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous food service or kitchen experience preferred
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices (or willingness to be trained)
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs.; ability to stand for extended periods, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
• Ability to work around students and staff in a professional manner
• Ability to pass a background check

Terms of Employment

• Salary and benefits in accordance with the Payette School District classified salary schedule
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of:
• • Criminal background check
  • Fingerprinting
  • Required district training

Equal Opportunity Employer

Payette School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Position open until filled. All recommendations for hire are tentative offers. Employment is contingent upon board approval and successful completion of a federal background check and drug‑free workplace pre‑employment screening (if required for the position). Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33‑1208, Idaho Code, may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33‑1208(2), Idaho Code, shall not be hired. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.