School Kitchen Chef: Nutritious Meals & Safe Prep

taherjobs; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mark Episcopal School is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious meals while upholding health, safety, and cleanliness standards in a bustling school kitchen. You will work with staff and administrators to plan meals and accommodate dietary needs, ensuring a positive dining experience for students and staff.

Ideal candidates have proven institutional food service experience, strong English communication, and a good grasp of nutrition guidelines for children.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food preparation and cooking in a professional or institutional setting.
• Ability to speak and understand English to follow instructions and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrate manual dexterity and ability to handle kitchen tools and equipment safely.
• Capability to stand for extended periods during food preparation and service.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Formal culinary training or certification is preferred.
• Experience in school or institutional school food service is a plus.
• Familiarity with nutrition guidelines for children and adolescents.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Basic knowledge of inventory management and ordering procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes and nutritional guidelines.
• Ensure all food preparation and storage complies with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Manage inventory and assist with ordering supplies to ensure availability of ingredients.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and school personnel to coordinate meal service and accommodate special dietary needs.

Skills

Food preparation

Manual dexterity

English communication

Teamwork

Inventory management

Time management

Safety protocols

Adaptability

Education

Formal culinary training

Tools

ServSafe Certificate

Job description

St Mark Episcopal School is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious meals while upholding health, safety, and cleanliness standards in a bustling school kitchen. You will work with staff and administrators to plan meals and accommodate dietary needs, ensuring a positive dining experience for students and staff.

Ideal candidates have proven institutional food service experience, strong English communication, and a good grasp of nutrition guidelines for children.