School Kitchen Cook - Weekdays, Family‑Friendly, $20/hr

Schodack Central School District Inc; Plainview (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Family-friendly schedule

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Job summary

Whitsons in Plainview, NY is seeking a School Cook to fuel young minds with fresh, nutritious meals. You’ll cook and prepare meals per school menus and ensure safe handling in a busy kitchen.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of culinary or food service experience; a High school diploma; ServSafe certification; and a positive, team-oriented attitude. This full-time role offers a family-friendly schedule with paid training and meal opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; complete Whitsons and government-required training.
• Minimum 1 year of professional culinary or food service experience; school nutrition or institutional food service preferred.
• ServSafe certification required or must be obtained within defined timeframe; local health/safety certs may be required.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare meals according to school menus.
• Ensure all food is safely cooked and presented with care.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace.
• Serve meals in a timely, friendly manner; support dietary needs and safety procedures.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Whitsons in Plainview, NY is seeking a School Cook to fuel young minds with fresh, nutritious meals. You’ll cook and prepare meals per school menus and ensure safe handling in a busy kitchen.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of culinary or food service experience; a High school diploma; ServSafe certification; and a positive, team-oriented attitude. This full-time role offers a family-friendly schedule with paid training and meal opportunities.