Assistant Cook - School Nutrition Professional 6.5 Hrs

Department: Forestview Middle School (High Volume Site) • 6.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday • $13.52–18.36/hour (based on certification and experience; full wage details in the Food Services Contract on the district website)

About the role

Assist in preparing food, serving lines, cafeteria/kitchen clean-up, and point-of-sale operations for the 2026–2027 school year.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing entrees by assembling food items and measuring ingredients according to standardized recipes and proper preparation instructions.
• Assist in serving lunches to students and staff: set up serving line (milk, utensils, supplies), arrange food attractively, dish proper portions, and ensure correct food temperatures.
• Perform cafeteria clean-up: operate dishwasher to clean dishes, utensils, pots, and pans; put away dishes, utensils, pans, napkins, and supplies; collect trays; wipe tables/counters; sanitize food-service equipment.
• Fill in for other cafeteria employees (head cook, baker, salad bar) to cover breaks and absences.
• Perform related work as assigned by manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Working knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in large-scale food preparation.
• Completed coursework in food service (preferred).
• Ability to prepare food on a large scale.
• Working knowledge of food values, nutrition, health, and safety principles.
• Ability to work harmoniously with staff and accept assigned responsibilities.

Physical requirements

• Climb up and down a short step-ladder or stool.
• Lift cases of food weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Lift and organize grocery orders in cooler/freezer (assistance available from custodial staff).

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• PERA retirement plan.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays, sick/ESST leave, and personal leave.