School Kitchen Cook – Family‑Friendly Hours & Impact

Schodack Central School District Inc; New Britain (CT); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly schedule

Paid training

Steady hours

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Whitsons is hiring a School Cook to prepare nutritious meals for students in a school setting. The role involves cooking per menus, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and collaborating with staff to serve meals efficiently.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, ServSafe and local food safety certifications, and at least 1 year of culinary experience. Training is provided, and schedule is Monday through Friday during the school day.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must complete all Whitsons and government required training as necessary.
• ServSafe certification.
• Local food safety certification, if required in jurisdiction of employment.
• Ability to speak and read English to understand and perform job assignments.
• Must be proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques.
• 1-year professional culinary experience required.
• Always present a positive and professional image.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of meals according to school menus.
• Ensure all food is safely cooked and presented with care.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace.
• Work with team members to serve meals in a timely, friendly manner.
• Support special dietary needs and food allergy safety procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Cooking techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Local food safety certification

Tools

None

Job description

Whitsons is hiring a School Cook to prepare nutritious meals for students in a school setting. The role involves cooking per menus, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and collaborating with staff to serve meals efficiently.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, ServSafe and local food safety certifications, and at least 1 year of culinary experience. Training is provided, and schedule is Monday through Friday during the school day.