Lead Cook 6.5 hours Position Available In Hinds, Mississippi

Lead Cook 6.5 hours
Jackson Public Schools MS
John Hopkins Elementary School – Jackson, Mississippi This job is also posted in Jackson Public Schools MS
Job Details

Job ID:

5215438

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Jun 4, 2025

Starting Date:

Immediately
Job Description
Qualifications
Ability to read, follow, and adjust recipes
Willing to try new recipes
Ability to work with scales
Understanding of units of measurements (pound, cup, spoon, quart, etc.)
Knowledge of USDA student portion allowance
Ability to cooperate with the manager and follow directions
High school diploma or GED
Reports To
Child Nutrition Manager
Supervises
N/A
Job Goal
To serve the students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and friendliness.
Essential Functions
Removes frozen meat/entree in time for proper thawing from freezer to refrigerator.
Cooks meat/entree appropriately seasoned.
Cleans up preparation area, equipment, dining area, and other facilities.
Prepares food to serve on time.
Arranges and garnishes serving line.
Properly stores and labels leftovers.
Does assigned tasks, such as cleaning oven every Friday, etc.
Fills in for other staff in case of emergency.
Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.
Evaluation
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
Salary Information

Classification:

Lead Cook

Scale:

Classified

Grade:

C

Days Employed:

197 per school year

Range:

$16.00 per hour
Beginning Salary
$16.00 per hour

Exception:

JPS employees should refer to the Classified Employee Pay Scale Rules of Administration and Implementation.

Overtime:

Non-exempt

Position Type:

Full-Time