School Nutrition Cook — High-Volume Meal Prep

Gemma Services; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Gemma Services in Plymouth Meeting, PA, is seeking a Food Service Cook for the school nutrition program. The role requires high-volume meal preparation, strict safety standards, and USDA meal pattern compliance.

Hours are Monday through Friday, with shifts from 6:30 am–3:00 pm or 9:30 am–6:00 pm. The ideal candidate has a HS diploma, food safety certifications, and experience serving nutritious meals to students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; specialized training in food preparation.
• Current Food Handler Certification, ServSafe, or equivalent food safety certification.
• Experience in school nutrition or institutional food service.
• Knowledge of USDA meal pattern standards and reimbursable meals.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food for the school nutrition program.
• Serve large quantities of meals daily with strict safety and sanitation.
• Maintain USDA meal pattern standards and meal documentation.

Skills

School nutrition experience

USDA meal patterns

Large-quantity cooking

Food safety handling

PS meal tracking

Menu development

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe/food safety certification

Job description

Gemma Services in Plymouth Meeting, PA, is seeking a Food Service Cook for the school nutrition program. The role requires high-volume meal preparation, strict safety standards, and USDA meal pattern compliance.

Hours are Monday through Friday, with shifts from 6:30 am–3:00 pm or 9:30 am–6:00 pm. The ideal candidate has a HS diploma, food safety certifications, and experience serving nutritious meals to students.