Cook/Baker

Cook/Baker Hickman County Schools High School - Clinton, Kentucky This job is also posted in Hickman County Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5725342

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 6, 2026 Job Description

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Prepare, cook, bake and serve a variety of foods in quantity at an assigned school site; assist in other food preparation duties as directed; maintain facilities in a clean and sanitary condition.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare and bake rolls, biscuits, breads, cakes, cookies and other baked goods; prepare and combine necessary ingredients. Prepare and cook meat dishes, vegetables and other main dishes; prepare salads, sandwiches, fruit, soups, sauces and other foods. Assist in determining appropriate quantity of food items for cooking and baking; adjust and extend recipes as needed; maintain food quality standards including appearance, and nutritional requirements. Monitor temperatures of food to assure safety and quality standards are met; monitor water temperatures to assure proper temperature for sanitizing. Serve food according to established guidelines and replenish serving containers as needed; serve and sell lunch items to faculty. Clean cafeteria equipment, utensils and appliances and store food supplies; assure compliance with kitchen sanitation and safety procedures and regulations; clean refrigerators and storerooms as required. Assist in storing unused food and supplies; dispose of unusable leftovers; utilize proper methods of handling foods to be stored. Operate a variety of standard kitchen utensils and equipment including slicer, chopper, mixer, steamer, fryer, dishwasher, electric warmer, range, oven, pressure cooker, cash register, dishwasher and other cafeteria equipment as required. Record amounts of food sold and monies collected as assigned; assist with inventory and maintain routine records as directed; prepare records of foods cooked and foods left over. Prepare and bake food for special events as needed; assist at banquets or special events as required. Assist in other food service areas as needed; collect money and make correct change. Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Sanitation and safety practices related to handling, cooking, baking and serving food. Methods of preparing and serving food in large quantities. Methods of adjusting and extending recipes and proper substitutions. Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies. Standard kitchen equipment, utensils and measurements. Health and safety regulations. Basic record-keeping techniques. Basic math and cashiering skills.

ABILITY TO

Prepare, cook, bake and serve a variety of foods in quantity at an assigned food service facility. Prepare and serve food in accordance with health and sanitation regulations. Operate and maintain standard machines and equipment found in school cafeterias and kitchens. Prepare attractive, appetizing and nutritious meals for students and staff. Lift, bend, reach and stand. Follow, adjust and extend recipes. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Lift heavy objects. Maintain routine records. Meet schedules and time lines. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Plan and organize work. Observe health and safety regulations. Make change accurately. Read and write at a level required for successful job performance. Establish maintain cooperative working relationships.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions. Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. This type of work involves constant movement within the work area, and will involve walking or standing for extended periods.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT

Must complete training course for certification of beginning school food service personnel.

Position Type:

Full-Time