School Lunch Cook & Prep Specialist

Catholic Diocese of Wichita; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Diocese of Wichita is seeking a Cook to provide lunch service, prepare main dishes, and help with kitchen operations in a school setting in Wichita, Kansas. The role requires following recipes, working with other kitchen staff, and maintaining food safety standards.

You will report to the Food Service Director and perform duties such as batch cooking, portion control, and clean-up. Experience is valued, and applicants should be able to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for long periods;

Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Experience in or willingness to learn institutional or large-scale food preparation.
• Tuberculosis Inoculation Certificate on file in the School Office (after employment offer).
• Valid food handlers card. (May be obtained after employment offer.)
• Desire to continue career improvement.
• Willingness to help substitute in the event of absence of other kitchen personnel.
• Attend "Food Safety Class" within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Bread, dessert, and some main dish food preparation.
• Read and follow recipes.
• Measure and read measuring devises and convert measurements as needed by use of conversion table.
• Exhibit good cleaning and sanitizing skills.
• Communicate effectively with school personnel, students, and parents.
• React to change productively and complete tasks as assigned.
• appropriately operate all equipment required.
• Support the value of education by attending classes, in-services, and workshops as assigned by Food Service Director.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the director.

Skills

Basic math

Read recipes

Food prep experience

Job description

Catholic Diocese of Wichita is seeking a Cook to provide lunch service, prepare main dishes, and help with kitchen operations in a school setting in Wichita, Kansas. The role requires following recipes, working with other kitchen staff, and maintaining food safety standards.

You will report to the Food Service Director and perform duties such as batch cooking, portion control, and clean-up. Experience is valued, and applicants should be able to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for long periods;