Substitute Cook - School Nutrition Services

Young World Physical Education

Mount Sterling (KY)

On-site

USD 16,127 - 22,969

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local school district in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, is seeking a Substitute Cook for School Nutrition Services. This part-time position requires a high school diploma and involves preparing and serving nutritious meals to students in a clean and safe environment. Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen cleanliness, checking food shipments, and supervising cleaning tasks. The role offers $14.19 per hour, and the successful candidate will report to the Director of Food Service.

Qualifications

Must meet the health requirements of the State and the Montgomery County Board of Education.
Must meet Physical Performance Requirements.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve attractive and nutritious meals.
Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
Check food shipments and maintain inventory.

Skills

Food safety standards

Cooking skills

Sanitation practices

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Job description

Substitute Cook - School Nutrition Services

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Job Details

Job ID: 5390154

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 29, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

CLASS TITLE: COOK/BAKER

(Cafeteria Cook)

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent
Must meet the health requirements of the State and the Montgomery County Board of Education.
Must meet Physical Performance Requirements
Such additional qualifications as the Superintendent or Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS: Principal/Director of Food Service/Cafeteria Manager

JOB GOAL: To prepare and serve students and faculty attractive and nutritious meals in a clean and pleasant environment.

BASIC FUNCTION: Prepare, cook, bake, and serve a variety of foods in quantity at an assigned school site; assist in other food preparation duties as directed; maintain facilities in a clean and sanitary condition; train and provide work direction to others.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen.
Prepares food according to a planned and tested menu, uniform recipes, and determines if the finished product is of the best quality, both in flavor and appearance, before it is served.
Checks food shipments received at school, in the absence of the manager, signing invoices only after each order has been verified.
Aids the manager in maintaining a correct monthly inventory.
Confers with the manager and, if necessary, with the Director of Food and Nutrition Service, regarding any personnel problems or accidents occurring in the kitchen or cafeteria.
Supervises the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, and the washing and sterilizing of all dishes, silverware, and utensils.
Prepares and bakes food for special events as needed; assists at banquets or special events District-wide as required by supervisor.
Assists at any cafeteria District-wide when needed.
Participates in staff development and training activities as directed.
Lifts and/or carries food supplies and small equipment. Other physical demands may be required, such as moving tables and chairs.
Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Principal, Director of Food Service, or the Superintendent.