Long Hour Cook Helper

Forest Lake Schools; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Long Hour Cook Helper at Linwood Elementary starting March 16, 2026. This role involves assisting with food preparation, maintaining food quality, providing cashier assistance, and cleaning kitchen equipment. Candidates should have relevant training or experience, and a Basic Fundamentals Certificate is required within one year. This position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment with a focus on student engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation preferred.
• Training or job experience in a similar role.
• Good physical health and ability to lift at least 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation according to recipes.
• Maintain food quality on the serving line.
• Provide cashier assistance for students and staff.
• Clean dishes and equipment used in food service.
• Support special events with food preparation.
• Performs miscellaneous duties such as filling in for other employees, maintaining records, putting away food and supplies, assisting with special events, preparing food for special events, and other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Housekeeping and clean up skills

Ability to follow standardized recipes

Education

Basic Fundamentals Certificate (within one year)

Job description

"Excellence for Every Student, Every Day", is the vision at Forest Lake Area School District, home of the Rangers. Located in the scenic northeastern suburbs of the Twin Cities, we are committed to providing an exceptional education that empowers students to learn, grow and chart their own path to a fulfilling future. With a strong focus on academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, the district provides an exceptional educational experience throughout our schools. As an employer, Forest Lake Area Schools values passionate, dedicated educators and support staff who are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of students. If you're looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic, collaborative environment, the Forest Lake Area School District offers opportunities for growth, professional development, and a chance to be part of a thriving educational community. Come and see why we are The Place to Be.

Forest Lake Area School District is currently seeking applicants for the position of Long Hour Cook Helper to start March 16, 2026.

Position

Long Hour Cook Helper

Location

Linwood Elementary

Work Schedule

4 hours/day, 5 days/week, and 172 days/year

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of food items according to standardized recipes and preparation instructions for the regular and alternate menus.
• Assists in setting up and maintaining the quantity and quality of the food on the serving line; assists in serving food to students and staff in appropriate portions and manner.
• Assists in baking activities of food items for the lunch menu.
• Provides cashier assistance, including handling money/checks from students and staff, responding to routine questions and requests, maintaining records, balancing revenue reports, accounting, and operating concession stands.
• Assists in food service cleanup activities, such as operating the dishwasher, collecting, loading, and washing dirty dishes, utensils, and pans; putting away dishes, utensils, pans, napkins, supplies, and leftover food items; wiping off tables and counters and sanitizing service equipment.
• Performs miscellaneous duties such as filling in for other employees, maintaining records, putting away food and supplies, assisting with special events, preparing food for special events, and other related tasks as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specific training or job experience.
• Within one year of start date, Basic Fundamentals Certificate required.
• Housekeeping and clean up skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be in good physical health and condition.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25#.
• Must be able to be on your feet 4 – 6 hours at one time.
• Must be able to lift, reach, bend, stretch, and squat.

Work hours can range from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm.

All job offers from Forest Lake Area School District are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 831 School Board approval.