Title: Child Nutrition Program Cook 

Selected by: Board of School Trustees by Recommendation of the Superintendent and Food Service  Director 

Evaluated by: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Kitchen Manager and Food Service  Director in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional  Personnel. 

Reports to: Kitchen Manager, Food Service Director, Building Principal 

Terms of  

Employment: 180 days (student year) 

Wages and work year to be established by the Board 

SUMMARY: To contribute to the academic success and overall well-being of our students by serving  great tasting, nutritious meals in a friendly environment 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Prepares and serves food in an efficient manner, testing food to assure quality and taste before serving 2. Follows assigned recipes and menus so that food served meet USDA meal pattern and nutrient  requirements 

3. Ensures food is replenished regularly during meal service periods 

4. Serves menu items according to defined portion sizes 

5. Accurately counts and records quantities of food prepared and leftover 

6. Properly cools, stores, and/or disposes of unused or leftover food items 

7. Assists with receiving and storage of deliveries 

Sanitation and Safety 

1. Assists in the daily clean-up of the kitchen, serving, and storage areas, maintaining high standards of  cleanliness and sanitation 

2. Practices good hand hygiene in regards to handwashing, glove use, and fingernail care 3. Follows department safety and sanitation guidelines in regards to proper footwear and use of hair  restraints and aprons 

4. Refrains from eating and/or chewing gum in the kitchen; follows guidelines for appropriate beverage  containers and areas 

5. Records temperatures throughout the flow of food in accordance with district HACCP plan 6. Follows proper procedures for mixing and using sanitation chemicals in accordance with district HACCP  plan 

7. Operates equipment in a safe manner and trains employees to do the same 

Interpersonal Skills 

1. Demonstrates professionalism and respect in all interactions with coworkers and colleagues 2. Exhibits commitment to customer service by treating all customers, parents, and students with kindness,  dignity, and respect 

3. Maintains confidentiality regarding school and workplace matters

Other Policies and Expectations 

1. Follows attendance and tardiness policies according to SCSC employee handbook 2. Neatly and accurately completes time card 

3. Maintains a clean and neat appearance appropriate for the school environment 

4. Completes and records annual USDA requirements for Professional Development Standards in a timely  manner 

5. Limits cell phone use to approved break time(s) and keeps phone stored away while working 6. Performs all other duties as assigned. Duties may include, but are not limited to, sweeping, mopping,  operating a dish machine, washing pots and pans, running a cash register, and assisting students with  the meal service 

7. Demonstrates initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities 

Qualification Requirements 

Demonstrated aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities 

Education and Experience 

High School Diploma or GED 

Language Skills 

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and recipes 

Ability to effectively communicate with customers, coworkers, colleagues, and supervisors via written and verbal  correspondence 

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions 

Mathematical Skills 

Ability to apply general concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations Ability to accurately count money and inventory 

Ability to solve simple mathematical equations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) 

Reasoning and Logic Skills 

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions 

Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several  abstract and concrete variables 

Other Skills and Abilities 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community Ability to speak clearly and concisely in written or oral communication