Full Time Food Service - Nappanee Elementary School

Wa-Nee Community Schools; Nappanee (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Wa-Nee Community Schools seeks a Full-Time Cook to prepare daily meals and maintain a hygienic kitchen. The role reports to the Food Service Director/Cafeteria Manager and supports students and staff during lunch service while adhering to health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and can work as part of a cohesive team, following established policies and procedures and participating in ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to work with students and staff.
• Ability to plan, organize and schedule priorities.
• Use independent judgment within policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare main dish daily according to the menu.
• Ensure sufficient food is available for the week.
• Assist during lunch service.
• Attend required workshops and trainings.
• Prepare food items in a timely manner.

Skills

Planning

Decision making

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Industrial cooking equipment

Computer software

Job description

Position Title:

Full-Time Cook

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Responsible to:

Food Service Director/Cafeteria Manager/Building

Supervises:

none

Principal

Evaluated by:

Food Service Director

Terms of Employment:

180 days

Evaluation Period:

• Formative evaluations throughout the school year as per WCS Performance and Assessment Procedures.
• Annual summative evaluation prior to July 1.

Purpose of the Position:

Responsible for preparing food and maintaining a healthy environment for food consumption.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma
• Meet all mandated health screening requirements
• Ability to establish working relationships with co-workers and function as part of a cohesive team
• Ability to interact comfortably and confidently with students and staff

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Prepare main dish daily according to the menu.
• Make sure sufficient food is available for the week according to the menu.
• Help serve during lunch hour.
• Attend workshops and training sessions as required.
• Make sure all food items are prepared in a timely manner.

Secondary Functions of the Position:

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or as directed by the Food Service Director, Cafeteria Manager or Building Principal

Knowledge of:

• Policies, procedures and functions of Wa-Nee Community Schools Board of Trustees and the Indiana Department of Education

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, and schedule priorities.
• Use independent judgment and initiative in making sound decisions and in developing solutions to problems.
• Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community.

Equipment Used:

• Industrial cooking equipment, computer, and applicable software

Place Where Work is Performed:

• All Wa-Nee Community Schools buildings

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to hear and speak clearly.
• Must be able to lift items of 20 lbs. regularly/50 lbs. occasionally.

How this Job Description was developed:

This job description was developed by the HR Department.