Head Cook

ServingSchools; Milo (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education management organization seeks a Head Cook to provide nutritious meals for students in a safe and efficient manner. This full-time role includes supervising kitchen operations in Milo, Maine, and engaging with students to create a welcoming environment. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma and be prepared for a physically demanding role.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Health and Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have valid State of Maine criminal history record check.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee meal preparation and service.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal nutritional guidelines.
• Manage inventory and maintain food safety protocols.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Physical Ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid State of Maine criminal history record check (CHRC)

Job description

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MSAD #41

• Head Cook-
  
  

MSAD #41 is seeking to add a Head Cook to join our team. This position will provide students with nutritious, well-balanced meals in a safe, sanitary, and efficient manner while supervising kitchen operations to maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and fostering a positive work environment. We are profoundly focused on the needs of our students and communities in Milo, Brownville Junction, and Lagrange, Maine. This is a full-time position that will begin July 1, 2025.

A Successful Candidate Will

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid State of Maine criminal history record check (CHRC)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
  
  

Essential Functions

The Head Cook will plan and oversee the preparation, cooking, and serving of meals that meet state and federal nutritional guidelines, adhere to food safety protocols, sanitation standards, and district policies, engage with students to provide an inviting atmosphere, manage inventory, complete required paperwork, and perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Food Service Director.

We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Health and Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
  
  

Application deadline - When suitable candidate is found.

Interested applicants should submit an administrative application, letter of interest, resume, and three written references to:

Cassaundra Redihan

MSAD #41

20 Howland Road

Lagrange, ME 04453

207-943-7317

[e-mail]

Applications can be obtained from our website ~ www.aos43.com

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Education Management

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