School Kitchen Lead Cook (8h)

Derby Public Schools; Derby (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Derby Public Schools seeks a Lead Cook (Level 4) to support Derby High School with daily food service operations on an 8‑hour schedule. Pay is based on the Level 4 scale and applicable experience, with the KSDE food safety training requirement.

The role involves cooking, serving, cashier duties, and ensuring meals meet district standards. Ongoing education requirements apply for hours per week and yearly training expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation.
• Working knowledge of basic math applications and computation skills.
• Possess all of the requirements of a cook, server and cashier.
• Three years experience in food preparation preferred.
• Successful completion of KSDE food safety training within six months.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assist in preparing and serving of food.
• Monitor and assist in cleaning and maintaining kitchen facilities.
• Assist the Central Kitchen Manager and Food Service Coordinator in managing staff and events.
• Support Food Service staff to meet district standards and provide good service.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to serve our customers.
• Ensure all activities conform to district guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with district and community members.
• Operate equipment and train new staff.
• Meet school schedule demands and maintain food quality.

Skills

Food prep experience

Math skills

Cook/server/cashier responsibilities

KSDE food safety training

Career development

Aptitude for responsibilities

Education

KSDE food safety training

Job description

Derby Public Schools seeks a Lead Cook (Level 4) to support Derby High School with daily food service operations on an 8‑hour schedule. Pay is based on the Level 4 scale and applicable experience, with the KSDE food safety training requirement.

The role involves cooking, serving, cashier duties, and ensuring meals meet district standards. Ongoing education requirements apply for hours per week and yearly training expectations.