Head Cook (Full Time)

Chester County Intermediate Unit; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Chester County Intermediate Unit in Coatesville, PA is seeking a full-time Head Cook to manage all aspects of food preparation, production and sanitation in the cafeteria, while delivering excellent customer service to students and staff.

The position requires following NSLP/SBP, CACFP, and USDA guidelines, supervising kitchen staff, and training new workers; with an hourly rate of $19.29–$20.36 and benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Knowledge of quantity of food preparation and service.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge in providing professional customer service.
• Operation of a cash register or point of sale system.
• Previous food service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the National School Lunch Program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, supervises, and participates in the preparation and serving of quantity and quality food as per standardized recipes.
• Follows all required policies under the NSLP/SBP, CACFP, and USDA programs.
• Maintains accurate records that conform to NSLP/SBP, CACFP, and USDA requirements.
• Records free and/or reduced students, counts money, completes deposit slips and accurately fills out the deposit spreadsheet as needed/appropriate.
• Responsible for operating a cash register/point of sale (P.O.S.) system as per NSLP/SBP guidelines.
• Responsible for maintaining a positive environment for students and staff.
• Supervises and directs all activities that happen within the kitchen and oversees staff.
• Follow HACCP and ServSafe protocols to maintain high standards for sanitation and safety in all phases of the food service program, and to ensure compliance with the Chester County Department of Health.
• Knowledgeable in the proper use and care of cafeteria equipment to ensure that all equipment is in a safe, working condition.
• Familiar with the nutritional requirements of the daily menu to ensure that substitutions meet nutritional standards.
• Responsible for purchasing food as needed using appropriate ordering guides and procedures.
• Train new cafeteria workers and substitutes as needed.
• Participate in catering activities as needed on and/or off site.
• Perform inventory of supplies, food and non-food items as needed.
• Responsible for filling vending machines if needed.
• Responsible for attending food certification classes and all other appropriate workshops in accordance with required USDA food and nutrition service, professional standards
• Coordinates work schedules and arranges for substitutes when required and verifies employee time sheets.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Cafeteria or Assistant Food Service Manager

Job description

Effective September 2026, the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has a vacancy for a full-time Head Cook. This position is based at the Child & Career Development Center in Coatesville, PA.

Summary Of Position

Perform all aspects of food preparation, production and sanitation within the cafeteria. Provide good customer service to students and staff and work as a team player.

Job Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, supervises, and participates in the preparation and serving of quantityand quality food as per standardized recipes.
• Follows all required policies under the NSLP/SBP, CACFP, and USDA programs.
• Maintains accurate records that conform to NSLP/SBP, CACFP, and USDA requirements.
• Records free and/or reduced students, counts money, completes deposit slips andaccurately fills out the deposit spreadsheet as needed/appropriate.
• Responsible for operating a cash register/point of sale (P.O.S.) system as perNSLP/SBP guidelines.
• Responsible for maintaining a positive environment for students and staff.
• Supervises and directs all activities that happen within the kitchen and oversees staff.
• Follow HACCP and ServSafe protocols to maintain high standards for sanitation andsafety in all phases of the food service program, and to ensure compliance with the
• Chester County Department of Health.
• Knowledgeable in the proper use and care of cafeteria equipment to ensure that all equipment is in a safe, working condition. Notifies the appropriate IU staff when repairs needed
• Familiar with the nutritional requirements of the daily menu to ensure that substitutions meet nutritional standards
• Responsible for purchasing food as needed using appropriate ordering guides and procedures.
• Follow proper procedures for receiving and storing all food and supplies.
• Train new cafeteria workers and substitutes as needed.
• Participate in catering activities as needed on and/or off site.
• Perform inventory of supplies, food and non-food items as needed.
• Responsible for filling vending machines if needed.
• Responsible for attending food certification classes and all other appropriate workshops in accordance with required USDA food and nutrition service, professional standards
• Coordinates work schedules and arranges for substitutes when required and verifies employee time sheets.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Cafeteria or Assistant Food Service Manager
• Education and Experience
• High School diploma required
• Knowledge of quantity of food preparation and service.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge in providing professional customer service.
• Operation of a cash register or point of sale system.
• Previous food service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the National School Lunch Program preferred
• Professional or Other Required Certifications
• Food Managers Certification from the Chester County Health Department.
• Must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position requires the employee to lift and or move approximately the following:

• Between 20 to 35 lbs; consistently on a daily basis and lift up to 40 lbs. occasionally.
• On a daily basis the employee is required to tray, pre-portion and move steam table pans and bun pans weighing 9 to 15 pounds, up to 24 times a day during a 4 hour period.

Hours

7.25 hours per day, 5 days per week, 180 days per year

2026-2027 Hourly Rate

• $19.29 - $20.36/hour based on experience in a similar position
• Benefits eligible

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.