Elementary Lead Cook

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JOB TITLE:

Elementary Lead Cook Report Identification Code:

edfelc

Job Position Statement:

The job of "Elementary Lead Cook" is done for the purpose of providing food service at the assigned site which meets the mandated nutritional needs of students; maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition; providing written support to convey information; supervising assigned personnel in food service operation; preparing and distributing food service items for consumption by students, staff and the public; and maintaining inventories of food service items.

Essential Job Functions:

• Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.
• Directs site operations for the purpose of providing safe and efficient food services at the assigned site in compliance with mandated nutritional and health requirements.
• Ensures preparation of necessary documentation for the purpose of complying with federal regulations.
• Estimates food preparation amounts for the purpose of meeting projected meal requirements and minimizing waste.
• Orders food and supplies from warehouse or vendors for the purpose of maintaining adequate inventory.
• Prepares monthly food inventory for the purpose of complying with federal guidelines.
• Prepares one or more item for the purpose of providing food and beverage items to meet projected meal requirements.
• Responds to customer inquiries for the purpose of providing information and/or direction regarding food items.
• Serves one or more food and beverage item for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students, staff and the public.
• Stocks food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.

Other Job Functions:

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work functions.
• Attends planning and district meetings for the purpose of gathering and/or conveying information required to perform job functions.

Job Requirements -

Qualifications:

Experience Required:

Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility

• Skills, Knowledge and/or

Abilities Required:

Skills to: prepare large quantities of food items; operate and care for institutional kitchen equipment; use English in both written and verbal form to communicate effectively with staff, students, parents and the public; apply pertinent codes, policies, regulations, and laws; prepare and maintain accurate records; perform basic arithmetic calculations; and use standard office equipment.

Knowledge of:

national school meals program requirements; modern methods of food preparation; health codes; and sanitation principles.

Abilities to:

provide direction to others; make independent judgments based on common sense and with minimal supervision; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; work cooperatively with others; adhere to safe work practices; interact with persons of different age groups and cultural/educational backgrounds; work under time constraints; perform tasks in an environment with many distractions and interruptions; and meet deadlines and schedules. Significant physical abilities include standing/walking for prolonged periods, lifting/carrying/ pushing/pulling, stooping, balancing, reading/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversation and other sounds, visual acuity/depth perception/visual accommodation.

Education Required:

None specified

• Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or

Testing Required:

Fingerprint/criminal justice clearance;

Idaho Sanitation Certificate Pay:

$20.37 - $22.82 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person