School Kitchen Specialist: Cook Assistant & Prep

Hastings ISD 200; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Hastings ISD 200 is seeking a Food Service – Cook Assistant for a 3‑hour position. The role supports daily meal preparation, serving, and basic kitchen duties in a school environment. You will follow recipes, maintain safety standards, and interact with staff and students in a professional manner.

The role requires English communication, physical stamina, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally. HACCP guidelines must be followed, and schedule adherence is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and communicate in English.
• Accurately count, weigh, and measure ingredients.
• Ability to adapt to changes in tasks or workflow.
• Follow instructions and take initiative.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently.
• Use hands dexterously for food prep and handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Interact with staff, students, and visitors in a pleasant, professional manner.
• Assist with food preparation per recipe (chopping, dicing, mixing, slicing).
• Place menu and a la carte items on serving line with utensils.
• Serve food according to portions; monitor temperatures and report unsafe temps.
• Operate POS system and follow Offer vs. Serve principles.
• Wash dishes and clean serving areas; HACCP compliance.
• Unpack, stock storerooms, and assist inventory as assigned.
• Follow all school district rules and regulations.

Skills

English literacy

Counting & measuring

Adaptability

Following instructions

Physical stamina

Dexterity

Team communication

Job description

Hastings ISD 200 is seeking a Food Service – Cook Assistant for a 3‑hour position. The role supports daily meal preparation, serving, and basic kitchen duties in a school environment. You will follow recipes, maintain safety standards, and interact with staff and students in a professional manner.

The role requires English communication, physical stamina, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally. HACCP guidelines must be followed, and schedule adherence is essential.