School Kitchen Lead Cook - 2 Campuses

Hope; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope in Edwardsville, IL is seeking a Head Cook for Glen Carbon and Edwardsville campuses. This full-time role involves preparing meals per menus and diet guidelines, while ensuring food safety and sanitary kitchen operations.

The ideal candidate has 2 years cooking experience, a sanitation certification, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and must pass background checks and screenings. Pay is $16.25/hour.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• 2 years experience as a cook, prep cook or dietary aide.
• Knowledge of food preparation.
• Possess a sanitation certification.
• Operate kitchen equipment including convection oven, gas range, steamer, mixer, tilt-skillet, slicer, microwave and dishwasher.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and be able to stoop, crouch and grasp.
• Background clearance, physical and drug/alcohol screening required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all meals according to menus and recipes for specific diets and substitutions.
• Present menu items attractively and on time.
• Maintain kitchen equipment to meet codes and regulations.
• Check food requests and use leftovers where possible.
• Complete tasks in a timely, efficient manner.
• Lifting is required; safety belt worn during shift.
• Maintain hair restraints and proper attire/shoes.
• Label and organize menu items for each diet/substitution.
• Keep accurate records and logs for meals and substitutions.
• Prep for next day’s production and notify supervisor of needed items.
• Complete required training.
• Rotate inventory; date and label items properly.
• Ensure kitchen equipment stays in code-compliant condition.
• Act as mandated reporter for incidents involving students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Prepare food for the Metro East Elementary campus and transport meals before breakfast/lunch.
• Shop for groceries for both campuses twice a month.

Skills

Age 21+

Cook experience

Sanitation certification

Food preparation

Kitchen equipment operation

Physical ability

Background check clearance

Job description

Hope in Edwardsville, IL is seeking a Head Cook for Glen Carbon and Edwardsville campuses. This full-time role involves preparing meals per menus and diet guidelines, while ensuring food safety and sanitary kitchen operations.

The ideal candidate has 2 years cooking experience, a sanitation certification, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and must pass background checks and screenings. Pay is $16.25/hour.