Cook

1 week ago

Kankakee, United States I-KAN Area Schools Application Consortium Full time
Position Type:
Food Service/Cook

Date Posted:
3/25/2024

Location:
Lincoln Cultural Center

Date Available:
Immediately

District:
Kankakee School District 111 - website COOK
NATURE & SCOPE OF POSITION:
Under the supervision of the Head Cook, direct and participate in the operation of the kitchen. Perform a variety of tasks, including preparing, and cooking foods in large quantities.
Must have Food Manager's License within 30 days of hire

REPORTS TO: Head Cook
Director of Food Service

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
  • Have a minimum 1 year paid or unpaid experience in a kitchen, preferably in a school district.
  • Have working knowledge of meal production, and planning.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
  • Ability to see and hear within normal ranges with correction.
  • Hold a current Illinois Food Services Manager Sanitation Certification.
  • Have working knowledge of health and safety, sanitation and maintenance rules and regulations as they relate to non-commercial/school food service establishments, kitchens and equipment.
  • Have working knowledge of State and Federal National School Lunch and Breakfast program guidelines and regulations. Ability to learn and apply State and Federal guidelines and regulations for other food service programs, such as Head Start and/or snack programs as required.
  • Ability to complete math problems involving simple fractions and decimals.
  • Ability to understand food recipe measurements and convert recipes to meet production requirements.
  • Assist in the training of others in the preparation and serving of food.
  • Have the ability to meet schedules and time lines.
  • Have the ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
  • Have the ability to work independently with little direction.
  • Must be physically able to work in extreme heat and cold and stand for long periods of time. Must have manual dexterity, stamina and strength to lift and carry objects weighing up to 35 pounds. Must be able to work with a variety of cleaning agents.
  • Must be self-motivated having good judgement, honesty, flexibility, organizational skills and emotional maturity.
  • Work effectively as part of a team and follow directions
  • Ability to assume duties of Head Cook, if necessary.
  • Alternatives to the above qualifications as the District or Food Service Director may find appropriate and acceptable.


PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
  • Follow standardized recipes using correct weights and measures.
  • Determine the quantities of food to be prepared for the day so that all students receive the proper servings and meal offerings with minimal leftovers.
  • Understand and follow all State and Federal guidelines for the National School Lunch and Breakfast programs.
  • Determine if the finished product is of the best quality in both flavor and appearance before it is served.
  • Ensure that serving lines have correct serving utensils and all portion sizes served to students and staff are correct and in full compliance with all State and Federal guidelines.
  • Ensure that all serving stations are fully stocked with food prior to each serving period in sufficient quantities and maintained throughout each serving period.
  • Maintain correct holding temperatures of food.
  • Ensure that all required paper work is completed in an organized, timely and accurate manner. Completes daily production records and submits to Head Cook.
  • Assist in the inventory of food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of ensuring availability of items required for meeting projected menu requirements.
  • Assist in the receiving of food items and/or supplies and place them in designated areas utilizing temperature requirements and food spoilage guidelines for the purpose of ensuring availability of items required for meeting projected menu requirements.
  • Inspect kitchen area daily to assure compliance with health, safety and sanitation requirements and regulations.
  • Clean, organize and maintain equipment and facilities.
  • Responsible for the preparation, cooking and serving of food according to standardized recipes and established food preparation procedures for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional and projected meal requirements as well as providing students and staff with food of high nutritious quality.
  • Evaluates prepared food for flavor, appearance, and temperature for the purpose of providing items that will be accepted by students and staff.
  • Attends in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.
  • Serve as a role model for students and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, effective work ethic and customer service.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, use time efficiently, demonstrate attention to detail, follow instructions and respond to management direction.
  • Assist in supervising, training and maintaining a good working environment and productive working relationships with fellow employees.
  • Must be self- motivated and have good judgement, trustworthiness, flexibility, good organizational skills and emotional maturity.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
  • Follow the food service department dress codes.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Cook or Director of Food Services.


TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Per School Calendar and Board approved hours
Wages established by the Board of Education

EVALUATION Annually

Interested candidates should apply online at www.ksd111.org
Applications are accepted until the position is filled

Ms. Shemeka M. Fountain
Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources

EOE/AA/D/V

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