Substitute Assistant Cook

Young World Physical Education; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 14,774 - 21,042; Full time

Job summary

Massillon City Schools is hiring a Substitute Assistant Cook to support cafeteria operations in any district building. You will work under the Head Cook and Food Service Supervisor, ensuring nutritious meals, proper portions, and sanitation. The position is open until filled, with an immediate starting date.

The job requires a high school diploma or GED; prior food service exposure and cash register experience are useful. Expect to work per building schedule and possibly travel between sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• A working knowledge of food preparation and equipment operation is expected.
• Cash register and bookkeeping experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Shall serve as an assistant and follow direction from the Head Cook and Food Service Supervisor.
• Prepare food that is healthy, nutritious and tasty.
• Use appropriate portion sizes for each meal component.
• Perform and carry through meal prep, serving and cleaning duties.
• Follow sanitation standards set by the Health Department.
• Operate Point of Sales System as needed.
• Attend meetings or in‑services when required by Supervisor.
• Take over Head Cook responsibilities during Head Cook’s absence.

Skills

Food prep

Equipment operation

Portion control

Cash register

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Telephone

Copy machine

Calculator

Kitchen equipment

Computer

Job description

Substitute Assistant Cook

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5818583
• Application Deadline: Dec 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Posted: Jul 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

MASSILLON CITY SCHOOLS

EXTERNAL JOB POSTING

“We are an Equal Opportunity Employer”

Position: Substitute Assistant Cook

Building: Any District Building

Time Schedule: Per building time schedule

Rate of pay: $13.00/hr.

Reports to: Building Principal/Designee

Deadline: Until filled

JOB DESCRIPTION

Shall serve as an assistant and follow direction from the Head Cook and Food Service Supervisor

Essential Functions

• Prepare food that is healthy, nutritious and tasty
• Use appropriate portion sizes for each meal component
• Perform and carry through until finished any food/meal preparation duties, serving and cleaning duties
• Follow sanitation standards set by the Health Department
• Operate Point of Sales System as needed
• Attend any meetings or in‑services when required by Supervisor.
• Take over the responsibilities of Head Cook during Head Cook’s absence (according to seniority)
• Be neat and clean in appearance
• Work in a cooperative and professional manner, creating a good working environment for students, staff, co‑workers and public
• Perform any other tasks designated by the Head Cook, building Principal or Food Service Supervisor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED – proof required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A working knowledge of food preparation, equipment operation, serving, cleaning, portion control
• Cash register and bookkeeping experience is highly desirable

Equipment Operated

• Telephone
• Copy machine
• Calculator
• Working knowledge of all kitchen equipment
• Computer

Additional Working Conditions

• Occasional interaction among unruly children
• Frequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see (ability to see color), read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, kneel, and stoop
• Frequent requirement to lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 50 pounds
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles or dangerous chemicals
• Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
• Occasional requirement to travel, e.g., to deliver food and supplies
• Occasional evening/weekend/summer work
• Occasional requirement to work overtime
• Occasional exposure to extreme heat and cold, e.g., ovens, walk-in freezer
• Frequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., calculator, cash register, computer
• Occasional requirement to operate school district vehicle

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor, Assistant Superintendent/designee.

Position Type

Substitute

Salary: upto $13 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Mark Fortner
• 930 17th Street N.E.
• Massillon, Ohio 44646
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]