Head Food Service Cook

Manson Northwest Webster Community School District; Manson (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Manson Northwest Webster JH/HS is seeking a Head Food Service Cook to provide nutritious, high-quality meals in a safe, efficient environment for students. You will lead kitchen operations and coordinate meal preparation in a 7th-12th grade setting.

The role requires the ability to lift 50 lbs, effective communication, and the supervision of cooks and helpers. HACCP principles and safety standards must guide daily tasks and deadlines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent training in food services.
• Experience in a food service setting preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations, scheduling, training and supervising cooks and kitchen helpers.
• Coordinate food preparation using standardized recipes and analyze nutritional value.
• Maintain records and data for kitchen operations.
• Keep inventory and assist with ordering weekly supplies.
• Ensure HACCP principles and safety standards are followed.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and line quality for students.

Skills

Food service leadership

HACCP compliance

Safety standards adherence

Staff supervision

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Manson Northwest Webster JH/HS is currently accepting applications for a Head Food Service Cook. MNW JH/HS school is a 7th-12th grade building part of Manson Northwest Webster Community School District. The JH/HS is located in Manson.

Job Summary

To provide each school child with a nutritious and high quality meal prepared in a safe and efficient environment. It is the goal of every position to provide services which will ensure the successful and efficient operations of the Manson Northwest Webster School District. The perfect candidate must have the ability to positively interact with the Food Service Director, be a self starter, have effective communication skills, maintain good personal hygiene, ability to meet deadlines, and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations, safety standards, board policies and administrative rules.
• Oversee the kitchen operations, scheduling, training and supervising cooks and kitchen helpers.
• Coordinate food preparation, use of standardized recipes and analyze nutritional value of food products served.
• Maintain records and data associated with the operations of the kitchen.
• Keep a working inventory of all food products and supplies in the freezer and storage area.
• Provide input as to quantity and quality of products ordered for food services.
• Oversee operations and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Adjust recipes to produce the desired quantity of food product.
• Utilize the HACCP principles in assuring the safety of food preparation and implementation of standard operating procedures as applied to the food service area.
• Order product and produce needed each week for meal preparation.
• Maintain a high quality flavor and appearance of food items served to students.
• Be sensitive and accommodating to students requiring special menu situations because of medical reasons.
• Plan and assign preparation of breakfast menu items for service on a daily basis.
• Initiative and Creativity while following applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations, safety standards, board policies and administrative rules in a fast-paced work environment.
• Dress appropriately for the position and work required.
• Complete all general duties and tasks associated with this assigned position in a timely and efficient manner.
• Flexible and willing to perform other tasks as assigned.

Certification Requirements

High School diploma or experience or equivalent training in food services

Applicants are subject to a background check.