School Kitchen Cook — Weekdays, No Nights or Weekends

whitsonsculinarygroup; Lindenhurst (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly schedule

No nights/weekends

Paid training

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Whitsons is seeking a School Cook to join our nutrition team in a school setting. You will cook a variety of meals according to menus, ensure safe cooking practices, and keep a clean kitchen while collaborating with teammates to serve meals on time.

We offer a family-friendly schedule with no nights or weekends, paid training, and steady hours. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off to support staff wellbeing and school health initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; must complete all Whitsons and government-required training as necessary.
• Minimum 1 year of professional culinary or food service experience required; school nutrition or institutional food service experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification required or must obtain within a defined timeframe upon hire; local food safety certification required in any jurisdiction of employment.
• Must be proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques; ability to speak and read English sufficient to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements.

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

Cooking basics

Cleanliness & safety

Positive attitude

Teamwork in kitchen

English comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Whitsons is seeking a School Cook to join our nutrition team in a school setting. You will cook a variety of meals according to menus, ensure safe cooking practices, and keep a clean kitchen while collaborating with teammates to serve meals on time.

We offer a family-friendly schedule with no nights or weekends, paid training, and steady hours. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off to support staff wellbeing and school health initiatives.