School Kitchen Substitute Cook — Morning Shift

ServingSchools; Deer Isle (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The SCHOOL UNION 76-Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School is seeking a Substitute Cook for the 2026-2027 school year. This hands-on role supports breakfast and lunch service, salad bar setup, and classroom snack prep, helping provide healthy meals for students.

Schedule is 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CHRC background check is required. No prior food service experience is required, though helpful; join our kitchen team and ensure a positive dining experience.

Qualifications

• Dependable team member who works well with others.
• Willing to learn and work in a busy kitchen.
• Committed to food safety and cleanliness.
• Pride in preparing and serving meals to students.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with breakfast and lunch preparation and service.
• Preparing and setting up the salad bar.
• Washing and preparing fruits and vegetables.
• Preparing classroom snacks for the following day.
• Restocking milk, juice, napkins, silverware, trays, and other supplies.
• Cleaning dishes, serving areas, equipment, and kitchen surfaces.
• Following food safety, temperature-monitoring, handwashing, and sanitation procedures.
• Working as part of a team to complete daily kitchen responsibilities.

Skills

Team player

Organized

Food safety

Attention to detail

Job description

The SCHOOL UNION 76-Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School is seeking a Substitute Cook for the 2026-2027 school year. This hands-on role supports breakfast and lunch service, salad bar setup, and classroom snack prep, helping provide healthy meals for students.

Schedule is 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CHRC background check is required. No prior food service experience is required, though helpful; join our kitchen team and ensure a positive dining experience.