School Kitchen Cook: Breakfast & Lunch Service

Bay City Public Schools; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay City School District is seeking a Food Service General Cook at Handy Middle School to prepare and serve nutritious meals for students in a clean, safe environment. You will follow approved menus, maintain records, and ensure dietary and sanitation standards are met.

The role requires teamwork, the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen, and a reliable, punctual approach. Prior large-scale cooking experience and ServSafe sanitation training are highly valued, with opportunities to advance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; prior large-scale cooking experience.
• Knowledge of food service standards and record-keeping.
• Successful passing of required tests (General Cook Assessment, ServSafe within 6 months).
• Meets training standards for School Nutrition Program Staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, plan, and serve meals including breakfast, lunch, and special diets.
• Assist with daily cleaning of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
• Prepare food according to planned menu and recipes; ensure quality.
• Maintain storage and proper use of leftovers; follow regulations.
• Support supervisor and assist with training of kitchen helpers.
• Provide top-level customer service to students, staff and community.

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Sanitation Class

General Cook Assessment Test

Food service regulations knowledge

Job description

Bay City School District is seeking a Food Service General Cook at Handy Middle School to prepare and serve nutritious meals for students in a clean, safe environment. You will follow approved menus, maintain records, and ensure dietary and sanitation standards are met.

The role requires teamwork, the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen, and a reliable, punctual approach. Prior large-scale cooking experience and ServSafe sanitation training are highly valued, with opportunities to advance