Find & Apply For Cook Jobs in Bedford, Ohio

Welcome to Education Alternatives! Education Alternatives (EA) is looking for a full time, School Cook for the Bedford location. EA is a leading provider of special education services in Northeast Ohio. EA focuses on providing behavioral and education programming for students with special learning and emotional needs. EA has 8 locations serving over 400 special education students. Summary Under the supervision of the Food Services Manager, the School Cook is responsible for all the phases of food preparation and serving. The School Cook assumes the duties of the Food Services Manager in his/her absence. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Prepares and serves food Assists in maintaining sanitation of the kitchen Follows rules of safety and safe food handling Establishes and maintains cordial relations with co-workers, students, and staff. Works in an efficient, sanitary, and safe manner Measures ingredients, mixes, slices, grinds, chops, and grates a variety of foods Operates commercial type of food service equipment, such as mixers, meat slicers, steamers, and ovens Participates in menu planning as needed Assists in inventory control and the ordering of foods, supplies, and materials Maintains confidentiality of food service and school related information Washes and scours pots, pans, and other equipment, and stores cooking utensils, cleans preparation surfaces, kitchen equipment, and floors Oversees and participates in the wrapping, packaging, and counting of food portions. Assists in the daily business operation of receiving, storing, and recordkeeping of prepared food to students and staff Maintains records and prepares reports as required Ability to carry out oral and written directions Assists in the maintenance of the food service facility and any related work Performs other job-related duties as assigned Education and/or Experience Minimum educational level is a high school diploma of a GED certificate Some experience in food preparation A minimum of 2 year's experience in the elementary/high school food service industry Knowledge of methods of preparing and cooking foods in large quantities Knowledge of the principles and methods of quantity food preparation, serving, and storage. Care and use of standard food service appliances. Knowledge of sanitation and safety procedures related to food service and kitchen maintenance. Knowledge and understanding of Ohio Department of Education food preparation and nutrition guidelines.

National School Lunch Program Basic Training Certificate Pay:

$19.00 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Food service: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Drivers License (Required)

Work Location:

In person