School Kitchen Lead Cook & Menu Planner

Metz Culinary Management / Nutri-Serve Food Management; Woodbine (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Metz Culinary Management / Nutri-Serve Food Management in Woodbine, NJ seeks a COOK to maintain accurate records and ensure cleanliness and organization in the kitchen. The role emphasizes teamwork and completing weekly menu planning for the adult line.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, 6 months to 1 year of food service experience, and the ability to pass a background check. Serve Safe certification or progress toward it within one year is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months to 1 year general food service experience, preferably in a school district.
• Pass state background check and fingerprinting.
• Serve Safe Certification or be able to complete within one year of assuming the COOK role.
• Ability to learn the New Jersey Child Nutrition Program.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the production of all meals and the overall cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Completes records, paperwork and other administrative tasks in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ensures positive relationships with all customers and internal staff.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Strong organizational skills

Problem solving

Minimal supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Metz Culinary Management / Nutri-Serve Food Management in Woodbine, NJ seeks a COOK to maintain accurate records and ensure cleanliness and organization in the kitchen. The role emphasizes teamwork and completing weekly menu planning for the adult line.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, 6 months to 1 year of food service experience, and the ability to pass a background check. Serve Safe certification or progress toward it within one year is required.