School Lunch Cook — Mon–Fri Daytime Schedule

Lunchtime Solutions; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 17,909,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Free meal every shift

Limited medical benefit

Job summary

Lunchtime Solutions in Hastings, NE is seeking a dependable Cook to join our school food service program. This on-site role runs Monday–Friday, 7am–2pm for the 2026/2027 school year, with a focus on nutritious meals and team collaboration.

You’ll prepare meals from recipes, assist with meal operations, and uphold HHFKA food-safety standards. The position supports work-life balance, training opportunities, and a positive school environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year food service experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent standing, bending, twisting, and other physical tasks.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to follow recipes, measure ingredients, and convert quantities for large batches.
• Dependability, integrity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals by following provided recipes and ensure everything is ready for scheduled serving times.
• Support daily meal operations by assisting with forecasting, preparing special diet items, helping with special events, and stocking/serving menu items during service.
• Maintain food safety and compliance by following HHFKA serving guidelines, completing HACCP logs and production records, and monitoring participation trends.
• Keep the kitchen running smoothly through regular cleaning, organizing storage areas using FIFO practices, and maintaining a safe, healthy work environment.
• Communicate and collaborate with supervisors, team members, school staff, and customers to ensure smooth operations and great service.
• Contribute to team growth by helping train new staff and filling in in other roles when needed.

Skills

Food service experience

Communication skills

Follow recipes

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Job description

Lunchtime Solutions in Hastings, NE is seeking a dependable Cook to join our school food service program. This on-site role runs Monday–Friday, 7am–2pm for the 2026/2027 school year, with a focus on nutritious meals and team collaboration.

You’ll prepare meals from recipes, assist with meal operations, and uphold HHFKA food-safety standards. The position supports work-life balance, training opportunities, and a positive school environment.