1. Position Type:
Food Service/ Cook
2. Date Posted:
2/24/2025
3. Location:
Steger Intermediate Center
4. Date Available:
03/03/2025
5. District:
Steger School District 194
JOB TITLE: Food Service Prep Cook
LOCATION: Steger Primary Center, Steger Intermediate Center,
Columbia Central School
SUPERVISOR: Food Service Director
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Union/Non-Union: Non-Union
JOB SUMMARY:
We are currently seeking a Food Service Prep Cook for Steger School District #194. We are seeking someone who is outgoing, organized, resourceful, has great initiative and is a dedicated team player. This position is responsible for assisting the facility Food Service Director in all aspects of food service operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Assist with daily food preparation within an established production schedule following standardized recipes, preparation, and serving methods.
* Exhibit knowledge of operation of all equipment in the kitchen.
* Identify serving utensils, temperature, and correct portion size for serving.
* Ensure product is cooked and held at proper temperature for higher quality food attainable.
* Follow accepted procedures for operating, cleaning, and caring for large equipment and small equipment.
* Maintain high standards of sanitation in compliance to Health Department Regulations.
* Maintain high personal hygiene as the basis for sanitation in the kitchen.
* Maintain high standards of safety in the kitchen.
* Responsible for storage and handling of foods; work with manager on maintaining organized inventory and storage; communicate product needs to director.
* Report maintenance needs or equipment malfunction to the Food Service Director.
* Perform major cleaning at regularly scheduled intervals as designated.
* Serve breakfast and lunch.
* Communicate with the cook when items are needed to refill your station.
* Run the cash register at breakfast and lunch as needed.
* In professional responsibilities:
o Responsible for working in a courteous and cooperative manner.
o Demonstrate ability to deal fairly and pleasantly with students.
o Occasional travel to various school locations required.
o Utilizes time efficiently and productively.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Additional tasks as assigned.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: The role requires frequent sitting, walking, standing, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment is generally stable, with minimal exposure to unusual temperatures, noise, or hazards. The position requires extended and non-traditional hours to fulfill job duties, as well as participation in organization-sponsored events and meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* High School Diploma or equivalent
* Computer skills including knowledge of Excel, Word, and Google.
* Strong culinary, customer service, communication, teambuilding, and organizational skills required.
* 2-4 years’ experience in food service production
LICENSES/CREDENTIAL:
* Illinois Managers License or ServSafe recommended.
o We can assist with ServSafe Certification.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
* Work year ten months (177 days)
* Seven hours per day 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
* Twelve paid sick days
* Four paid personal days
* Yearly vacation days as stated in Policy 5:330.
* Salary and insurance as negotiated.
EVALUATION: The performance of this role is evaluated according to the Board's policy on evaluating professional personnel by the Food Service Director.
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