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Cook

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $15.07–$17.32/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Grain Valley, MO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/21/2026

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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.

$32,426 / year median in Missouri

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Job Description

Cook Grain Valley R-5 School District

TBD - GRAIN

VALLEY, Missouri This job is also posted in Grain Valley Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5893155

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Aug 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is primarily responsible for preparing food for the students and staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Uses all kitchen equipment in a safe, proper, and efficient way. Maintains the highest standards of safety, food safety, and cleanliness in the kitchen. Serves all students in an efficient, food safe and hospitable manner. Ensures the appropriate portion size to meet state requirements. Follow all food safety guidelines. Shows proper use of thermometers to ensure all foods are served at a safe food temperature. Prepares food according to a planned menu and recipes. Ensures finished product is of the best quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served. Accurately completes a daily production record. Reports to the kitchen manager any faulty or inferior quality food received Assists in the unloading and putting away of all food deliveries. Completes daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, and facilities to include sweeping & mopping.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Previous experience working in the food industry is preferred. Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff and students Excellent organizational, time management and mult-tasking skills Must be able to lift and carry 40lbs. Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time. Must be able to stoop and bend over. Must be able to reach overhead. Must be able to read labels, instructions and follow recipes.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

9 month position Reports to Director of Food Services Non-exempt

Position Type:

Part-Time

Salary:

$15.07 to $17.32 Per Hour