Head Cook

Washington Elementary; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Washington Elementary in Warsaw, Indiana is seeking a Head Cook to oversee daily food preparation, inventory, and service under the Cafeteria Manager. You will handle procurement, follow menus and recipes, and ensure safe handling of foods in a school kitchen.

The role includes supervising kitchen staff, coordinating with substitutes, and maintaining records while adhering to SOPs. This part-time, 36-week position requires a High School Diploma or GED and Serve Safe certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Serve Safe Certification is required.
• Ability to supervise and direct staff.
• Knowledge of recipe conversion and sizing.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Basic computer operation knowledge.
• Strong grammar, reading, math, and interpersonal skills.
• English language proficiency needed.

Responsibilities

• Communicates daily with the kitchen manager for duty coordination.
• Directs staff and opens/closes kitchen in the manager's absence.
• Maintains records related to food production.
• Prepares food according to menus/recipes without deviation.
• Serves on the serving line and handles setup/cleanup.
• Plans storage/disposal of leftovers with the manager.
• Adheres to SOPs in all aspects of the position.
• Assists with inventory, ordering, and stocking of supplies.

Skills

Supervise staff

English fluency

Computer basics

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Pleasant demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Serve Safe Certification

Job description

Head Cook

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Job Details

Job ID: 5872401

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports to: Cafeteria Manager

General Summary: Under the direction of the cafeteria manager, performs various duties involving all stages of food preparation including receiving, storing, preparing, serving, cleaning and maintaining of food, supplies, equipment and facilities

Essential Functions:

• Communicates daily with manager of kitchen for coordination of duties.
• Assumes responsibility to provide direction to staff and to open, operate and secure kitchen in absence of manager.
• Maintains a variety of records including those related to production of food
• Prepares food while following menus and provided recipes without deviation
• Works on the serving line, setting up, serving & clean-up
• Serves food following correct proportions according to guidelines per age group.
• Plans for the proper use of leftover foods with the manager and assumes responsibility forstorage and disposal of unused foods.
• Follows proper standard operation procedures (SOP’s) in all aspects of position and reviews regularly.
• Assists in inventory, ordering and stocking of food and supplies
• Attends meetings and in-services as required
• Operates a variety of commercial equipment including but not limited to: ovens, steamers, slicers, dicers, fryers, heating cabinets, kettles, mixers, microwaves, serving lines/bars, garbage disposals, dishwashers, carts, ice machines, etc.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining storage of storage areas, coolers and freezers, kitchen, serving areas and dining room
• May be assigned to the following functions:
  • Performing same or similar duties at other school sites
  • Assisting in training of substitutes and volunteers
  • Assisting in operations of kitchen in an emergency such as illness of co-workers or manager
  • Cross training to learn various positions in the kitchen
• Performs other reasonably related duties as may be assigned by the manager

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Serve Safe Certification
• Ability to supervise and direct staff
• Knowledge of recipe conversion and sizing
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Basic knowledge of computer operation and functions
• Basic grammar, reading, math, interpersonal relations and organizational skills
• Pleasant, courteous and student oriented
• Must be fluent and understanding of the English language.

Length of Position: 36 weeks(school calendar year)

Position Type: Non-Exempt

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a head cook.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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