Amherst Middle School - Cook

About the role

Coordinates and prepares all food items for the kitchen. Helps ensure students and staff have all the necessary items needed to enjoy their meal and facilitates an efficient dining environment. This position reports directly to the Kitchen Manager.

Responsibilities

• Perform any duties or tasks communicated by the Kitchen Manager.
• Delegate tasks to other food service workers.
• Fill in for the Kitchen Manager when absent.
• Set up and break down serving stations in correlation to the daily menu.
• Prepare, assemble, and replenish food and beverages.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation.
• Display a positive and friendly attitude towards students, staff, fellow coworkers, and management.
• Maintain proper personal hygiene and adhere to dress code.

Requirements

• ServSafe Certification, Food Handler, or other Safety & Sanitation Certificate (preferred but not required). Examples include UNH Cooperative Extension Safety & Sanitation Certificate or any ICN Sanitation Certificates.
• Ability to adapt and work well in a changing work environment.
• Works well under pressure.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, push or pull heavy carts and racks daily.
• Must be able to work in varied temperatures (e.g., freezer, hot kitchen).
• Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
• Must have good customer relation skills and communicate effectively with the public.
• Must be able to follow a standardized recipe.