LL: Cook's Assistant, 8.0 hrs/day

Long Lake Elementary School; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Traverse City Area Public Schools Long Lake Elementary School in Traverse City, Michigan is seeking a Cook's Assistant for 8.0 hours per day. The role supports food preparation, production records, and inventory under the Kitchen Leader supervision.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, a positive attitude, and the ability to maintain sanitation. Prior kitchen experience is welcome but not required; physical stamina is essential for this school-year role.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Pleasant, cheerful attitude toward all customers and staff.
• Ability to maintain proper sanitation practices.
• Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Possess the physical capabilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.
• Willingness to work on continuous improvement as an employee and for the kitchen, and TCAPS Food Service Department.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret menus and recipes.
• Operate standard cooking equipment such as mixers, ranges, ovens, steamers, slicers, food choppers, etc.
• Assist in preparation and cooking of food.
• Assist with production records, inventory, ordering of food and supplies, and other paperwork and related duties.
• Cleans and sanitizes equipment and facilities.
• Sets up food lines and serves food.
• Puts away stock and supplies and maintains the storage, cooler, and freezer areas.
• Performs cashiering duties on POS system if needed.
• Washes dishes, utensils, trays, etc.
• Ability to temporarily perform minimum daily duties of a kitchen leader in the kitchen leader’s absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

High School graduate or equivalent

Pleasant attitude

Sanitation practices

Kitchen experience (preferred)

Physical ability

Willingness to improve

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Traverse City Area Public Schools Long Lake Elementary School - Traverse City, Michigan

LL: Cook's Assistant, 8.0 hrs/day

This job is also posted in Traverse City Area Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5953893

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 8, 2026

Job Description

FSEA - Classification III

Master Agreement

FSEABenefits Summary

Retirement Benefits

Status:School year -181 working days + 9 paid holidays

Location: LongLakeElementary School

General Summary:

The Cook's Assistant performs a variety of tasks in the preparation and cooking of food; helps with production records, inventory, and conforms to schedules established by the Kitchen Leader. The Cook’s Assistant reports to the building Kitchen Leader or other kitchen workers as assigned by the Kitchen Leader.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets menus and recipes.
• Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixers, ranges, ovens, steamers, slicers, food choppers, etc.
• Assists in preparation and cooking of food.
• Assists with production records, inventory, ordering of food and supplies, and other paperwork and related duties.
• Cleans and sanitizes equipment and facilities.
• Sets up food lines and serves food.
• Puts away stock and supplies and maintains the storage, cooler, and freezer areas.
• Performs cashiering duties on POS system if needed.
• Washes dishes, utensils, trays, etc.
• Ability to temporarily perform minimum daily duties of a kitchen leader in the kitchen leader’s absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Pleasant, cheerful attitude toward all customers and staff.
• Ability to maintain proper sanitation practices.
• Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Possess the physical capabilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.
• Willingness to work on continuous improvement as an employee and for the kitchen, and TCAPS Food Service Department.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis to the assigned worksite.
• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
• Duties include frequent walking and physical activity.
• The ability to move about the facility or building, including bending, pushing/pulling, lifting, twisting, climbing, stooping, crouching, or cutting/chopping to complete work-related tasks.
• Must possess skills to safely operate a variety of standard kitchen and cooking equipment and tools.
• Basic technology skills required to utilize computer and/or other office equipment (printer/copy machine, etc.) consistent with work-related tasks.
• The ability to listen and effectively communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
• The ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
• The ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
• The ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• The ability to maintain effective time management.
• The ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress or conflict situations.
• Occasionally moves boxes, equipment, and other supplies weighing up to 50 lbs across the building for various needs.
• The ability to drive personal vehicle to various locations throughout the district.

Environmental Conditions

Incumbents work in an indoor environment with moderate to loud noise levels. Work may be completed in controlled temperature conditions; however, duties may be completed in cold and hot temperatures. Duties may include exposure to chemicals and mechanical and electrical hazards.

Work Schedules

Position may include extra hours and/or overtime, upon request.

Background Checks

The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

Position Type: Full Time, School Year

Salary: $16.19 to $19.59 Per Hour

Job Categories

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 1009 S Oak Street
• Traverse City, Michigan 49684
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]