Sparrows Point MS/HS - Lead Production Worker (cook) effective 1/11/27

About the role

This position involves preparing a variety of menu items using standardized recipes, coordinating the preparation of multiple food items, operating food service equipment, and maintaining food quality.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily production of entrees, sauces, gravies, and vegetables.
• Cooks a variety of menu items using standardized recipes.
• Coordinates preparing multiple food items at once.
• Operates all food service equipment, such as range, oven, steamer, kettle, food processor, and slicer.
• Stores food and supplies according to procedures.
• Adheres to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) procedure, e.g., temperature control of food products during preparation, service, holding, and transporting.
• Uses established production records and takes initiative to minimize leftovers and reduce waste.
• Cleans and sanitizes daily and adheres to all sanitation standards.
• Assists manager in directing and instructing kitchen personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) year experience in the field of food service preferred.
• Commercial cooking experience preferred.
• BCPS food service experience preferred.
• Must obtain Certified Food Service Manager-Level I certification within 90 days of hire.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of School Nutrition and Accountability Program point-of-sale systems.
• Knowledge of food preparation, service, and storage.
• Knowledge of appropriate sanitation and safety standards.
• Ability to use food service equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Physical & Environmental Conditions

• The work of this class is performed in a kitchen and cafeteria environment.
• Duties require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, the ability to bend and kneel on a regular basis, and the ability to stand for three (3) hours or more consecutively.
• Also requires the ability to withstand extreme temperatures of hot and cold.

Grade

Grade 03 AFSCME Pay Scale

Hours

6:30AM - 1:30PM - 6.5 Hours/.8125 FTE

SALARY

$16.42 - $24.72 per hour

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

BENEFITS

BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include sick, paid holidays, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits and retirement orientation upon hire.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEC Officer, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).