Substitute Food Services

ReNEW Schools; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A community educational organization in Indiana is seeking a part-time Substitute Cook responsible for preparing food and maintaining a healthy eating environment. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and the ability to work effectively in a team. Duties include preparing daily meals and assisting during the lunch hour. This position offers flexible hours as needed by the school. Candidates must also be comfortable interacting with students and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required to apply.
• Must meet all mandated health screening requirements.
• Ability to work as part of a cohesive team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing food daily according to the menu.
• Help serve food during lunch hour.
• Ensure a healthy environment for food consumption.
• Attend workshops and training when required.
• Ensure timely preparation of all food items.

Skills

Ability to establish working relationships

Comfort in interacting with students

Planning and organizing skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Industrial cooking equipment

Computer

Job description

Position Title

Substitute Cook/Part-Time Cook/Cook less than 4 hours

Reporting

Responsible to: Food Service Director/Cafeteria Manager

Supervises: none

Building Principal

Evaluated by: Food Service Director

Terms of Employment

As needed, based on the school’s requirements.

Evaluation Period

• Formative evaluations throughout the school year as per WCS Performance and Assessment Procedures.
• Annual summative evaluation prior to July 1.

Purpose of the Position

Responsible for preparing food and maintaining a healthy environment for food consumption.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma
• Meet all mandated health screening requirements
• Ability to establish working relationships with co-workers and function as part of a cohesive team
• Ability to interact comfortably and confidently with students and staff

Essential Functions of the Position

• Prepare main dish daily according to the menu.
• Make sure sufficient food is available for the week according to the menu.
• Help serve during lunch hour.
• Attend workshops and training sessions as required.
• Make sure all food items are prepared in a timely manner.

Secondary Functions of the Position

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or as directed by the Food Service Director, Cafeteria Manager or Building Principal.

Knowledge of

• Policies, procedures and functions of Wa-Nee Community Schools Board of Trustees and the Indiana Department of Education

Ability to

• Plan, organize, and schedule priorities.
• Use independent judgment and initiative in making sound decisions and in developing solutions to problems.
• Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community.

Equipment Used

• Industrial cooking equipment, computer, and applicable software

Place Where Work is Performed

• All Wa-Nee Community Schools buildings

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to hear and speak clearly.
• Must be able to lift items of 20 lbs. regularly/50 lbs. occasionally.