High-Volume School Line Cook: Breakfast to Dinner

Kent School Corporation; Kent (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent School is seeking a Line Cook to support daily food production in a high-volume boarding school dining program. You will work closely with the Chef and Food Services team to prepare meals, maintain quality standards, and ensure a clean, safe kitchen operation for students, faculty, and staff.

The role requires flexibility across stations, adherence to safety guidelines, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a commercial kitchen, school, or institutional dining setting preferred.
• Ability to prepare food in a high-volume environment while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Working knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items for breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner service, including hot entrées, soups, sauces, pasta, and grill items.
• Support daily meal production by completing prep work in advance of service, including ingredient preparation, batch cooking, and station setup.
• Operate and manage assigned stations (e.g., grill, pizza, or action stations), ensuring quality, presentation, and timeliness of food service.
• Collaborate with the Chef to execute menus and maintain consistency with established recipes and standards.
• Provide kitchen support so the Chef can focus on administrative responsibilities, including ordering, menu planning, and inventory management.
• Assist with special meal services such as brunch and themed or action stations.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen by completing routine breakdown, cleaning, and sanitation of work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper food handling, storage, and temperature control in accordance with health regulations.
• Monitor product quality and report any concerns related to food safety or kitchen operations.
• Work collaboratively with other food services staff to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
• Support coverage across stations and shifts as needed to meet operational demands.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety

High-volume cooking

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Kent School is seeking a Line Cook to support daily food production in a high-volume boarding school dining program. You will work closely with the Chef and Food Services team to prepare meals, maintain quality standards, and ensure a clean, safe kitchen operation for students, faculty, and staff.

The role requires flexibility across stations, adherence to safety guidelines, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.