School Nutrition Cook: Safe Meals, Sanitation Expert

East Baton Rouge Parish School System; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 1,929,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Job summary

East Baton Rouge Parish School System in Louisiana is seeking a Child Nutrition Program Cook (CNP) to prepare and serve school meals while maintaining strict sanitation and safety standards. This role requires adherence to meal patterns, proper portioning, and utilization of sanitation procedures.

A high school diploma or equivalent and ServSafe certification are required, with 1–2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1–2 years related work experience; ServSafe certification required.
• Ability to work well with others; reliable transportation.
• CNP cook must adhere to sanitation standards and dress code.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals following sanitation standards.
• Maintain proper sanitation of facility and equipment.
• Follow production schedules and meal patterns.
• Record temperatures and waste as directed.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment safely.
• Assist with inventory and food withdrawal as directed.

Skills

Sanitation procedures

Food safety

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

East Baton Rouge Parish School System in Louisiana is seeking a Child Nutrition Program Cook (CNP) to prepare and serve school meals while maintaining strict sanitation and safety standards. This role requires adherence to meal patterns, proper portioning, and utilization of sanitation procedures.

A high school diploma or equivalent and ServSafe certification are required, with 1–2 years of related experience.