Tri-County Intermediate Cook

ReNEW Schools; Wolcott (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools in Wolcott, IN is hiring a school food service worker to prepare, cook, and serve nutritious meals for large student bodies in compliance with dietary and portion guidelines. You will maintain kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and ensure all surfaces and equipment meet health standards.

Daily duties include operating and maintaining industrial kitchen equipment (ovens, steamers, slicers), standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and supporting staff to deliver safe,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Background check and fingerprinting.
• Food handler certification or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals for large student bodies according to guidelines.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
• Operate and maintain industrial kitchen equipment daily.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Ovens

Steamers

Slicers

Industrial kitchen equipment

Job description

Requirements: High school diploma or GED; background check/fingerprinting; food handler certification (or willingness to obtain one).

Role: Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality, nutritious meals for large student bodies in compliance with dietary and portion guidelines. Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation, ensuring all food preparation surfaces, utensils, and heavy equipment met health department and school standards. Safely operate and perform daily cleaning and maintenance of industrial kitchen equipment (ovens, steamers, slicers) to ensure operational efficiency.

Physical Responsibilities:

• Stand and walk for extended periods of time while supervising operations and supporting staff.
• Frequently bend, stoop, reach, twist, kneel, and climb stairs as needed to inspect facilities, equipment, food storage areas, and workspaces.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and supplies, including food products, equipment, boxes, and deliveries weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.
• Safely operate commercial kitchen equipment and food service tools.
• Work in environments that may include exposure to heat, cold, steam, moisture, noise, cleaning chemicals, and food preparation equipment.
• Maintain physical stamina and flexibility to respond to the daily operational demands of a school food service program.

Submit:

• Resume