Middle School Kitchen Manager/Head Cook

Young World Physical Education; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Knoxville Middle School in Knoxville, IA is seeking a qualified Middle School Kitchen Manager/Head Cook to oversee daily food service operations, including ordering, prep, cooking, serving, dishwashing, computer tasks, and cleaning for approximately 275 students.

The position is full-time with benefits, Monday–Friday 6:30am–2:00pm, with a focus on teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen. Applicants should have reliability and a positive attitude to support a collaborative dining program.

Qualifications

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Ordering food and supplies, food prep, cooking, serving, washing dishes, running the computer, and cleaning.
• Oversee 3 staff members.
• Must have good attendance, a positive attitude, and the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen.

Job description

Middle School Kitchen Manager/Head Cook

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Job Details

Job ID: 5890902

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Knoxville Community School District is seeking to fill a KitchenManager/Head Cook position at Knoxville Middle School

Duties include but are not limited to ordering food and supplies, food prep, cooking, serving, washing dishes, running the computer, and cleaning. You will oversee 3 staff members. Must have good attendance, a positive attitude, and the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen.

Hours are as follows:

Monday-Friday 6:30am-2:00pm

(Full-time position with benefits)

Preferred applicant has experience cooking for large groups of people (must serve approx. 275 students daily at KMS)

Knoxville Community School District is a proud 3A district located in the heart of Marion County. Home to the world-famous Knoxville Raceway and the scenic beauty of Lake Red Rock. Our district is rooted in a strong sense of community and guided by our core values: Lead. Commit. Achieve.

At KCSD, we believe in empowering staff to lead with purpose, commit to continuous growth, and achieve excellence together. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where innovation is encouraged and professional development is a priority. Employees enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rachel Cecil
• 418 South Park Lane Dr.
• Knoxville, Iowa 50138
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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