Cafeteria
Date Posted:
11/17/2023
Location:
Northlake Middle School
Date Available:
2023-2024 School Year
Closing Date:
Until Position Filled
ASSISTANT COOK
Functional Capacity Assessment Required
Effective 2023-2024 School Year
Qualifications: High School Diploma, experience with food preparation, and
basic understanding and use of computers
Reports to: Nutritional Services Director/Nutritional Services Supervisor/Head Cook
Evaluation: As per association agreement
Work Calendar: 175 work days, or as per association agreement
Position Goal: To provide healthy, nutritious, attractive meals to students within
a clean environment which meets all State of Illinois health codes
The Assistant Cook shall be responsible for the following duties and perform other duties that may be assigned by the Nutritional Services Director, Nutritional Services Supervisor, Head Cook/Kitchen Supervisor, or Administration:
Superintendent/Board:
- Observe and adhere to all Board of Education policies and regulations, and all administrative rules and procedures
Building:
- Assist in preparing all food for the daily meal program
- Pack lunch bags for the primary, intermediate schools and distribute using portable ovens
- Order and store ice cream, milk, napkins, straws etc.
- Daily enter all prepayments on the computer and makes additional daily entries as necessary
- Prepare cash box, open computer, and shut down/lock-up computer on a daily basis
- Cashier during all meal periods on a daily basis
- Refill condiments and clean condiment area between meal periods
- Replenish silverware and trays for each lunch period
- Assist with cleaning of the service area and the kitchen
- Oversee use and cleaning of ovens and burners
- Assist with the unpacking and storing of all supplies
Individual:
- Wear appropriate clothing, plastic gloves, hair cover etc.
- Exhibit confidentiality in relation to students, parents and staff
- Exercise good judgment, tact and discretion
- Work effectively and respectively with others
- Remain current in the use of First Aid, CPR, Heimlich Maneuver,
- Be knowledgeable of and implement the District Safety Plan
Physical Requirements:
- Lifting 30 - 50 pounds
- Frequent and prolonged standing, walking and bending
- Ability to move freely around the building
- Exposure to noise and activity levels associated with school life