School Kitchen Lead: Large-Quantity Cook (Mon-Fri 6a-2p)

Child Development Council of Franklin County; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Child Development Council of Franklin County is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare and cook meals in large quantities (200+ servings) following planned menus and standardized recipes. This role requires adherence to Ohio Food Code, CACFP regulations, and Head Start standards, ensuring safe, nutritious meals during operation hours.

The position runs Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:00 PM, 42 weeks per year August through May, totaling 40 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of experience in large quantity meal preparation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook foods in large quantities per planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Follow the daily work schedule and complete daily assignments and cleaning duties.
• Adhere to Food Safety and Sanitation Management Process procedures.
• Assist in receiving and storing incoming food and supplies.
• Perform dishwashing duties as needed.
• Clean and organize storage areas for cookware and utensils.
• Operate large and small kitchen equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Lead Cook during hours of operation.
• Assist in nutrition-related classroom activities with Education Services.
• Complete 15 professional development hours annually.
• Participate in department and agency projects and related workshops.

Skills

Large quantity cooking

Food safety

Kitchen equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Child Development Council of Franklin County is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare and cook meals in large quantities (200+ servings) following planned menus and standardized recipes. This role requires adherence to Ohio Food Code, CACFP regulations, and Head Start standards, ensuring safe, nutritious meals during operation hours.

The position runs Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:00 PM, 42 weeks per year August through May, totaling 40 hours weekly.