On-Call School Kitchen Cook (Per-Diem)

GLENWOOD ACADEMY; Glenwood (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Glenwood Academy is seeking a Food Service Substitute Cook to provide temporary coverage when regular staff are absent. This on-call, per-diem role has no guaranteed hours and requires flexibility to accept or decline shifts.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, setting up service areas, assisting with meal distribution, washing dishes, sanitizing kitchens, stocking supplies, and following all safety procedures. Prior food-service experience is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Minimum education: high school diploma or GED.
• Current Sanitation Certificate.
• No history of child abuse or neglect.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving meals and food items.
• Setting up and cleaning up meal service areas.
• Assisting with meal distribution and service.
• Washing dishes, utensils, trays, cookware, and food-service equipment.
• Cleaning and sanitizing kitchens, dining areas, workspaces, and equipment.
• Stocking food, beverages, supplies, and other materials.
• Assisting with receiving, organizing, and storing food and supplies.
• Operating food-service equipment after receiving appropriate instruction.
• Following all food-safety, sanitation, health, and safety procedures.
• Assisting regular food-service staff with daily operations.
• Maintaining appropriate professional conduct when working around students.
• Performing other reasonable food-service duties as assigned.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Food service basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Glenwood Academy is seeking a Food Service Substitute Cook to provide temporary coverage when regular staff are absent. This on-call, per-diem role has no guaranteed hours and requires flexibility to accept or decline shifts.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, setting up service areas, assisting with meal distribution, washing dishes, sanitizing kitchens, stocking supplies, and following all safety procedures. Prior food-service experience is helpful but not required.