School Kitchen Lead: Menu, Safety & Service

Coon Rapids-Bayard Community School District; Coon Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Coon Rapids-Bayard Community School District is seeking a Head Cook to oversee the school food service program at a single site in Coon Rapids, IA. This role leads kitchen staff, plans meals, manages inventories and ensures safety standards for national lunch/breakfast programs.

The position emphasizes food quality, portion control, record-keeping and collaboration with the Food Service Director to meet district requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• 3 years of food service or restaurant experience required.
• Serv Safe Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen operations and staff.
• Purchase and maintain inventory of foods, supplies and equipment.
• Plan, prepare and serve meal components for National School Lunch and Breakfast programs.
• Verify bills and purchase orders for accuracy before payment.
• Ensure sanitation, safety and HACCP compliance daily.
• Interact with students, staff and community to promote meal programs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Menu planning

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 years food service experience

Serv Safe Certification

Job description

Coon Rapids-Bayard Community School District is seeking a Head Cook to oversee the school food service program at a single site in Coon Rapids, IA. This role leads kitchen staff, plans meals, manages inventories and ensures safety standards for national lunch/breakfast programs.

The position emphasizes food quality, portion control, record-keeping and collaboration with the Food Service Director to meet district requirements.