Substitute Cook (Apply at ESS.com)

Central Consolidated Schools; Shiprock (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Consolidated Schools is seeking a Cook to supervise school lunch, breakfast and after-school snacks at the assigned school kitchen. The role ensures compliance with all applicable federal/state/local and district regulations for food preparation, storage and service, and is responsible for the site’s fiscal accounting.

Key duties include meal preparation, portioning, serving, paperwork assistance, equipment reporting, and adherence to HACCP rules.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NM Dine language, culture, and history preferred.
• Good communication skills and customer service skills.
• Ability to operate a calculator and have good math skills.
• Ability to follow a recipe.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for the Food Service program.
• Portion and serve nutritious and attractive food.
• Friendly and helpful to students and staff.
• Perform daily and heavy cleaning.
• Assist with all required paperwork.
• Report needed equipment and facility repairs.
• Follow Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point regulations.
• Follow all federal/state/local/district rules and regulations.
• Accept other responsibilities and duties assigned by supervisor.
• Support district and school efforts to keep CCSD safe and secure.
• Complete and comply with all required trainings annually.
• Adhere to NM Code of Ethical Responsibility of the Education Profession (NMAC 6.60.9.8).
• Other duties as assigned, reasonably related to the scope of the position

Skills

Dine language knowledge

Communication skills

Math/calculator skills

Follow recipes

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position

Cook

Supervisor

Cook, Manager, Assistant and/ or Food Service Coordinator

Work Site

Assigned School Kitchen

Summary

Supervises the National School Lunch, Breakfast and After-School Snack Programs at the school site. Is responsible for ensuring that all federal/state/local and district rules and regulations governing the preparation, storage and dissemination of food are followed. Responsible for all fiscal accounting for the site.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare food for the Food Service program
• Portion and serve nutritious and attractive food
• Friendly and helpful to students and staff
• Perform daily and heavy cleaning
• Assist with all required paperwork
• Report needed equipment and facility repairs
• Follow Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point regulations
• Follow all federal/state/local/district rules and regulations
• Accept other responsibilities and duties assigned by supervisor
• Support district and school efforts to keep CCSD safe and secure
• Complete and comply with all required trainings annually
• Adhere to NM Code of Ethical Responsibility of the Education Profession (NMAC 6.60.9.8)
• Other duties as assigned, reasonably related to the scope of the position

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Food Handler's card

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Dine language, culture, and history preferred
• Good communication skills and customer service skills
• Ability to operate a calculator and have good math skills
• Ability to follow a recipe

Physical/Job Requirements

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, driving a vehicle, traveling long distances, writing, typing, word processing, reading, researching information, and effective communication skills.

Safety and Health

• Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions
• Completed and cleared background check
• Pass drug test if required for position
• Knowledge and compliance with district and school Safety Plans

Equipment/Material Handled

• Multimedia equipment, including current technology
• Equipment/materials relevant to the job responsibilities
• Valid driver license and insurable by district if necessary

Work Environment

• Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature and air quality
• Work interruptions
• Flexibility
• Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision
• Must complete applications and assignments within the timeframes allowed
• Extended work hours, on occasion

Term of Employment

• Non-Exempt