School Lunch Cook - Continuous Posting 2025 - 2026 School Year RB#25-003

Buffalo Public Schools; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Public Schools is seeking a School Lunch Cook for the 2025-2026 school year. The successful applicant will be responsible for the efficient preparation and cooking of diverse foods while working under the Cook Manager's supervision. Ideal candidates must possess a high school diploma and have experience in quantity food preparation. Competitive hourly wages are offered, along with the opportunity to work in a dynamic education environment.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience in quantity food preparation.
• Cooking meats, vegetables, and preparing various food items.
• Ability to work under supervision and assist in managing kitchen duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks a variety of foods effectively.
• May supervise Food Service Helpers and manage kitchen activities.
• Maintains records of food and supplies as needed.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking

Menu Planning

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma, GED or Equivalency Diploma

Job description

BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
ROOM 720 CITY HALL
BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

CONTINUOUS POSTING 2025- 2026School Year

BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY

Civil Service residency requirements will apply

(The City of Buffalo Civil Service does not require residency within the City of Buffalo for Native Americans.

The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American)

POSITION:School Lunch Cook

SALARY:$19.25- $20.25per hour

LOCATION: VariousSchool Locations

APPLICATION:
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RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is routing work involving the responsibility for the efficient, economic and palatable preparation and cooking of a variety of foods. Incumbents work under the direct supervision of a Cook Manager and may supervise Food Service Helpers.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES;

Prepares and cooks a variety of foods;
Uses approved scientific methods of preparation and quantity recipes;
Cooks meats and vegetables;
Prepares soups and broths;
Makes salads, sandwiches, desserts, and a variety of other foods;
When directed to do so, plans menus, requisitions food and performs other managerial duties;
May on occasion work at steam table;
Assists in the serving of meals;
Mayassist in cleaning activities;
May assist the Cook Manager in maintaining simple records of food and supplies that are received and used;
Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(A) Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma and one year of full-time experience in quantity food preparation;

or

(B) An equivalent combination of education and experience.

NOTE: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements. Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment.


APPOINTMENT: Appointments are subject to the approval of the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following the approval of the Civil Service Division. Personal interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate.



APPROVED: Until Filled

Tami Hollie-McGee
Chief of Human Resources

The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed [e-mail] to:Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 [phone]