School Kitchen Cook — Part/Full-Time

Henry County School District; United States; On-site; USD 22,427 - 24,149; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HESPA

IMRF

Voluntary Retirement

Insurance

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Cook for the 2025/2026 school year. The role offers part-time (5 hours) and full-time shifts with responsibilities including food preparation, serving, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, and the ability to work well with students and staff. Lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods are essential. Starting pay ranges from $16.28 to $17.53 per hour.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.
• Basic math skills.
• Prior food service experience helpful.
• Ability to interact well with students and staff and work in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds and ability to stand for lengthy periods of time required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain food service as directed.
• Serve food to students and staff efficiently and pleasantly.
• Maintain cleanliness and functional operation of equipment.
• Perform cooking duties with the cooperation of other kitchen workers.
• Assist with the clean up of kitchen equipment and other items as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions

Basic math skills

Ability to interact well with students and staff

Prior food service experience

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

A local educational institution is seeking a Cook for the 2025/2026 school year. The role offers part-time (5 hours) and full-time shifts with responsibilities including food preparation, serving, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, and the ability to work well with students and staff. Lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods are essential. Starting pay ranges from $16.28 to $17.53 per hour.