MS 4 Hour Cook, 26-27SY

Young World Physical Education; Grinnell (IA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Grinnell is seeking a part-time MS 4 Hour Cook to assist with meal preparation, serve food, and maintain kitchen cleanliness. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and experience in food service.

The role requires attending work on time and adhering to health department regulations. Applicants must possess effective customer service skills and be ready for immediate employment.

Qualifications

• Assist with meal preparation by cooking and pre‑portioning items.
• Clean kitchen equipment and maintain hygiene standards.
• Operate point of sale system efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food to students and staff.
• Control food waste and maintain production records.
• Receive and properly store food supplies.

Skills

Customer service

Food preparation

Sanitation and safety adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Previous institutional food service experience

Job description

MS 4 Hour Cook, 26-27SY

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Job Details

Job ID: 5736488

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 26, 2026 10:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• Assist with meal preparation by cooking, pre‑portioning, setting up serving lines, condiment stands, and fruit and vegetable bar. Prepare food items according to recipes and menus. Control food and kitchen waste. Maintain daily production records accurately.
• Serve food and provide customer service and communication to students, staff, and community.
• Clean kitchen equipment, utensils, work areas, tables, floors, and appliances. Properly maintain equipment. Empty kitchen trash and recycling containers. Sweep and mop kitchen floors.
• Operate point of sale system.
• Properly receive, check‑in and store food and equipment from warehouse and vendors. Maintain, date, and label food for storage. Perform inventories as scheduled and assist manager with food and supply orders.
• Maintain compliance with Health Department standards, including high standards of sanitation and safety. Adhere to state, federal and department guidelines, safety procedures, departmental policies, and regulations.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner according to established schedules.
• Attend all required departmental trainings.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education and Related Work Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous institutional food service experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Position Type: Part‑time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact Information

• Amy Kelling , Admin Asst
• Grinnell Newburg Community School District
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]