COOK

• ASHTON

ELEMENTARY

Fremont School District

ASHTON ELEMENTARY

• ASHTON, Idaho Job Details
  

Job ID:

5936365

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Sep 22, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Oct 5, 2026

Job Description

PART TIME COOK AT ASHTON ELEMENTARY. 5

hours a day

• 8 am to 1 pm Monday
• Thursday
  Start pay $14.02/hour
  Start date October 5, 2026
  5 hours/day
• 8 am to 1 p.m
• 4 days/week @ $14.02/hour
• start date October 5, 2026
• training on-site
  

TITLE:

KITCHEN STAFF

• FREMONT

COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or General Education Degree

Previous experience in large-scale food service preferred

Knowledge of the principles of food management, nutrition, sanitation, and applicable federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy

General knowledge of the best methods of preparing and cooking food in large quantities and ability to adjust recipes to the quantity required

Ability to perform simple bookkeeping, computer applications, and inventory procedures

Ability to stand and walk for most of the day, carry hot pans, push carts, stoop and reach for heavy items

A general understanding of Material Safety Data Sheets

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Self-motivated

Works well with students and staff

Excellent organizational skills

Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO

Kitchen Manager and Food Service Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

To assist the cook in preparing and serving students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and warmth in harmony with state and federal guidelines.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Help prepare daily school meals on time and according to a planned menu and to standards set forth by the appropriate state and federal agencies and the District's food service department

Maintain the highest standard of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen and cafeteria

Prepare food according to a planned menu and tested, uniform recipes and determine if the finished product is of high quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served

Help facilitate special dietary needs and serious food allergies of students and staff

Assist with the proper storage of all food items by maintaining required temperatures for frozen and refrigerated goods and accurately documenting storage conditions

Help determine the quantities of each food to be prepared daily and the size of serving to meet the necessary age requirements as requested

Assist in the serving of food, and be responsible in replenishing the supply of foods during serving periods

Assist with operating the Point of Sale (POS) system, including understanding its functions and executing transactions

Assist in the daily clean-up of the kitchen and service areas

Keep the refrigerators and storerooms clean

Help process all delivery receipts, bank deposits, payrolls, and daily sales records as directed

Assist in ordering necessary supplies

Report to the kitchen manager any faulty or inferior quality food that is received

Assist in maintaining and documenting inventory by helping to check in shipments and order supplies as needed and maintain an accurate, up-to-date inventory record

Assist in the disposal of unused food

Assist in requisitioning food stuffs and verifying receipt of food shipments

Report immediately to the building principal any problem or accident occurring in the kitchen or cafeteria area

Maintain friendly relations with other school staff and with lunchroom customers

Prepare all reports as directed by the Kitchen Manager

Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as attendance at inservices. This shall include at least six hours per year [

FOUR HOURS PER YEAR FOR STAFF WHO WORK LESS THAN 20 HOURS PER WEEK

] of training in free and reduced price eligibility, application, certification, and verification procedures, the identification of reimbursable meals at the point of service, nutrition, health and safety standards, and any other topics required by the Food and Nutrition Service of the United States Department of Agriculture

Seek assistance should emergencies arise

Represent the school district in a positive manner

Know and follow school district policy and chain of command

Perform other duties as assigned

EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the head cook and/or food service supervisor in conformance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This position shall be considered in all respects "employment at will". The "employment period" and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.

NOTE

All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.

Position Type:

Part-Time

Job Requirements