Substitute Cook Class Code: 8202

Young World Physical Education; Flemingsburg (KY); On-site; USD 15,153 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a Substitute Cook responsible for meal preparation and maintaining kitchen facilities in a clean condition. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED with food service experience. Key duties include assisting in food preparation, operating kitchen equipment, and complying with training requirements. This role entails working collaboratively with staff and demonstrates a strong understanding of safety protocols in food service.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of food service experience.
• Must complete training course for food service certification.
• Annual re-certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and serving of food.
• Operate dishwasher and other kitchen equipment.
• Work on the food serving line.

Skills

Food preparation knowledge

Ability to work in a team

Understanding safety precautions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification for school food service personnel

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Fleming County Schools

Updated February 2024

Class Code: 8202

Position Title: Substitute Cook

Responsible To: Director of Food Service

Basic Function: The Cook is responsible for meal preparation and maintaining School Nutrition Program facilities and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparation and serving of food.
• Operate dishwasher and other equipment.
• Assist in setting up steam tables for food service.
• Work on the food serving line.
• Operate the point of sale system in the cafeteria
• Attend at least six (6) hours of annual continuing education/training.
• Perform other duties pertaining to the cafeteria as assigned by the School Nutrition Program Manager.

Additional Abilities/Knowledge:

• Work closely with other members of the organization.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in food preparation.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in food preparation.
• Understand oral and written directions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, GED certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a GED as required by Kentucky law and one year food service experience.
• Must complete training course for certification of beginning school food service personnel as prescribed in 702 KAR 6:045.
• Must re-certify annually.

Terms of Employment:

Salary and work year to be established by the board of education.

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for classified personnel.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required