School Kitchen Cook – Full/Part-Time with Benefits

Chartwells School Dining Services K12; Union (MO); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Chartwells K12 is hiring cooks for Union, Missouri. Positions are full‑time and part‑time with weekday schedules. Prior cooking experience is preferred, and strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and safety standards is required to ensure quality food service.

The role involves preparing meals, serving with proper temperatures, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen while following company policies and safety guidelines. Competitive hourly pay is offered with benefits support.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience preferred.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and instructions.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Serve meals or prepare for delivery while ensuring correct portioning and temperatures.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and proper storage of food and supplies.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Assist in ordering and receiving of food and supplies.
• Adhere to HACCP standards and safety policies.
• Attend in-service and safety meetings.
• Work cooperatively with coworkers and supervisors.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food safety knowledge

Ability to follow recipes

Job description

Chartwells K12 is hiring cooks for Union, Missouri. Positions are full‑time and part‑time with weekday schedules. Prior cooking experience is preferred, and strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and safety standards is required to ensure quality food service.

The role involves preparing meals, serving with proper temperatures, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen while following company policies and safety guidelines. Competitive hourly pay is offered with benefits support.