Head Cook

Sauk-Rapids-Rice-Public-Schools; Sauk Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

PERA retirement plan

403b Matching Annuity

Paid Holidays

Floating Holiday

Vacation

Job summary

Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools is seeking a Food Services Cook to oversee kitchen operations and meal preparations during the 174 contract days. The role emphasizes food safety, sanitation, and compliance with district policies, with attention to inventory and coordination with staff and administration.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma, can lift 50 lbs, follows standardized recipes, and obtains a Food Protection Manager Certification upon hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, food safety, sanitation, and proper food storage procedures.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs to perform essential functions.
• Follow standardized recipes and menus, and organize daily work to meet meal service deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students and administration and maintain records as required.
• Obtain Food Protection Manager Certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and meal preparations.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ensure school nutrition program compliance.
• Manage staff, inventory, and food/supply orders.
• Provide staff leadership, communication, and customer service.

Skills

Food safety

Staff leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools

POSTING #: 3634

WORK HOURS: 8 hours per day (6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.), Monday through Friday for 174 contract days (170 student contact, 2 inservice days during the school year, and 2 days to open and close the kitchen for the year).

JOB DUTIES:

• Oversee kitchen operations and meal preparations
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
• Ensure school nutrition program compliance
• Manage staff, inventory, and food/supply orders
• Provide staff leadership, communication, and customer service
• Other duties as assigned by the Food Services Director

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, food safety, sanitation, and proper food storage procedures
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs in order to perform the essential physical functions of the position
• Follow standardized recipes, written instructions menus, and establish procedures
• Organize daily work, prioritize tasks, and meet meal service deadlines
• Communicate effectively and work cooperative with staff, students and administration
• Maintain accurate records and follow district policies and applicable regulations
• Obtain Food Protection Manager Certification upon hire

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in a school nutrition program or institutional food service setting
• Lead/head cook, kitchen supervisor, or team leadership role
• Knowledge of USDA National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program requirements
• Experience with inventory control, food ordering, menu production records, and portion control
• Accommodating food allergies and special dietary needs in a food service environment

SALARY and BENEFITS:

Salary based on the 2025-2027 School Support Employees' Agreement Level VIII from $26.10 up to $29.07 per hour.

Benefits based on full-time employment and may be pro-rated for part-time positions. Benefits may include the following:

• Health, Dental, Vision Wear, Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (with enrollment in an eligible health plan)
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (with eligibility for insurance)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
• 403b Matching Annuity
• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holiday
• Vacation
• Sick Leave

NOTE: Candidates must pass a pre-employment physical and criminal background check in order to be eligible for employment.

Postings current as of 10/16/2026 1:05:24 PM CST.