School Kitchen Lead: Part-Time Food Service

Carthage School District R9; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Carthage School District R9 is seeking a part-time Food Service Personnel to prepare, cook and serve meals for students and staff in a school setting. The position reports to the Director of Food Services and emphasizes sanitation, safety and teamwork.

The role requires physical stamina and the ability to follow established kitchen procedures, with responsibilities including supervision, ordering, and maintaining production records as assigned by the head cook and food service director.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to perform all duties required, including lifting, bending, reaching, stretching and pulling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve hot and cold food items to students and staff in a school setting.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation, sanitation practices and cleanliness.
• Head cook will direct supervision and be responsible for ordering food and supplies, completing food production records daily and overseeing all activities in the kitchen.
• Carry out assignments in accordance with established procedures and under the direction of the food service director and the assistant superintendent for business.
• Use proper methods for preparing and serving quality food in large quantities.
• Operate and care for kitchen equipment properly.
• Be informed on proper dietary guidelines and good nutrition.
• Be punctual and dependable.
• Be positive and friendly with students, teachers and co-workers.
• Practice safety precautions in the kitchen and with equipment.
• Attend meetings and workshops whenever possible.
• Strive to maintain a good working relationship with others.

Skills

Physical stamina

Job description

Carthage School District R9 is seeking a part-time Food Service Personnel to prepare, cook and serve meals for students and staff in a school setting. The position reports to the Director of Food Services and emphasizes sanitation, safety and teamwork.

The role requires physical stamina and the ability to follow established kitchen procedures, with responsibilities including supervision, ordering, and maintaining production records as assigned by the head cook and food service director.