Kitchen Prep/Dish

Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided during shift

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School in Foster City, CA is seeking a Dish/Prep Cook to support daily food prep and kitchen operations for a TK-8 private school.

You will wash dishes, assist with light cooking, and help maintain a clean, organized kitchen, with shifts 11am-2pm on weekdays and occasional evening coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen or food service preferred but not required.
• Safe use of knives and cooking equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work well as part of a small team.
• Punctual, dependable, and able to stand for extended periods.
• Food handler's certification may be required.
• Background check required for school employment.
• Conversational English a plus.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and utensils; keep the dish station organized and running smoothly.
• Wash, peel, chop, and prepare fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients according to instructions.
• Follow recipes and assist with cooking tasks under supervision.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, including workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Follow food safety and hygiene standards (handwashing, proper food storage, allergen awareness).
• Help receive, unpack, and store food deliveries.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Instruction following

Punctuality

English communication

Tools

Knives & cutting boards

Cooking equipment handling

Job description

Position Summary

We are a private TK-8 school feeding 100-200 students weekday lunch. You are a Dish/Prep Cook who can support daily food prep and kitchen operations. This role involves chopping, light cooking, dish washing, and kitchen cleanliness; working closely with the lead cook to ensure meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and utensils; keep the dish station organized and running smoothly
• Wash, peel, chop, and prepare fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients according to instructions
• Follow recipes and assist with cooking tasks (e.g., sautéing, boiling, assembling dishes) under supervision
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, including workstations, equipment, and storage areas
• Follow food safety and hygiene standards (handwashing, proper food storage, allergen awareness)
• Help receive, unpack, and store food deliveries
• Keep kitchen floors and surfaces clear during service
• Support the cook with any other prep or kitchen tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, food service, or dish washing experience preferred but not required
• Comfortable using kitchen tools (knives, cutting boards, cooking equipment) safely
• Able to follow instructions and work well as part of a small team
• Punctual, dependable, and able to stay on your feet for extended periods
• Food handler's certification (or willingness to obtain one) may be required
• Must pass a background check, as required for school employment
• Conversational English a plus

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 11am-2pm, following the school calendar. One to two evening shifts each month.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary is $19-23/hr
• Paid sick leave in accordance with California state law
• Meals provided during shift

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work near hot surfaces and kitchen equipment