Substitute Cooks - District-wide

ServingSchools; Topsham (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Maine School Administrative District #75 in the Midcoast Maine is seeking a Substitute Cook to join our school nutrition program. You will assist with meal preparation, portioning, and serving to students and staff, while operating a cash register and following USDA Child Nutrition guidelines.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic math, good interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or HiSET required.
• Math skills; cash register experience preferred.
• Interpersonal skills; friendly and helpful manner.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position.
• State of Maine CHRC background check authorization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food, portions and serve to students, staff and visitors.
• Operate cash register.
• Notify the Food Service Director of supplies to be ordered.
• Clean up and maintain kitchen and garbage area.
• Clean and maintain all food service equipment. Notify the Food Service Director of fixtures or equipment in need of repair or replacement.
• Receive and store supplies and maintain all storage areas.
• Submit reports within required timeframes to the Food Service Director; including, but not limited to, daily production reports.
• Follow applicable State and Federal regulations for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Cash register experience

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced work

Physical stamina

Background check (CHRC)

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or HiSET

Job description

Welcome to Maine School Administrative District #75

Serving Maine’s Midcoast communities of Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, and Topsham, MSAD 75 is home to over 2,350 students and more than 600 faculty and staff members.

MSAD 75 is seeking a Substitute Cooks to join our vibrant educational community.

PAY RATE: 22.61/Hour

Essential Functions

• Preparation of food, food portions and serving food to students, staff and visitors.
• Operate cash register.
• Notify the Food Service Director of supplies to be ordered.
• Clean up and maintain the kitchen and garbage collection area.
• Clean and maintain all food service equipment. Notify the Food Service Director of fixtures or equipment in need of repair or replacement.
• Receive and store supplies and maintain all storage areas.
• Submit reports within required timeframes to the Food Service Director; including, but not limited to, daily production reports.
• Follow applicable State and Federal regulations for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or HiSET.
• Math skills; cash register experience preferred.
• Interpersonal skills; friendly and helpful manner.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position.
• State of Maine Department of Education background check (CHRC) authorization.

Activity Per Shift

• Standing/Walking: 6-8 hours
• Sitting: 1-2 hours
• Lifting/Carrying: 3-5 hours, up to 40 pounds
• Pushing/Pulling/Sliding: 1-2 hours
• Reaching Overhead: 3-5 hours, above the shoulders and horizontally
• Bending/Twisting: 3-5 hours
• Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: 3-5 hours
• Hands/Arms/Finger Dexterity/Hand Gripping: 6-8 hours, dexterity of hand and fingers to operate a variety of kitchen equipment.

MSAD 75 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, ancestry, or disability in its employment or in the administration of its educational policies and programs.