Assistant Cook

The Eau Claire Area School District is a prominent educational institution committed to providing nutritious and balanced meals to students across multiple schools. As a key player in fostering student well-being, the district operates comprehensive food service programs ensuring high standards in food quality and safety. The district's food service staff are dedicated to creating welcoming dining environments that support student health and learning. With robust training programs and a focus on equitable and culturally responsive practices, the Eau Claire Area School District seeks motivated individuals to contribute to its mission of promoting healthy school nutrition.

The Assistant Cook role is a vital part of the food service team within the district. This position is part-time, with a 0.71875 full-time equivalent (FTE) schedule, offering an hourly wage between $15.95 and $20.30. The Assistant Cook is responsible for the preparation, service, and clean-up of the lunch meal service, playing a hands-on role in food preparation and kitchen operations. This position demands attention to detail and adherence to food safety guidelines to maintain the quality and safety of meals served to students.

Additional duties involve re-stocking the serving line and cashier duties, providing assistance in processing meals efficiently. In the production kitchen, the Assistant Cook may also assist in preparing, counting, packaging, and labeling food items that are sent to satellite kitchens. Ensuring the work environment remains clean and safe is paramount, alongside applying proper food handling, holding, and marketing techniques to promote meal appeal and safety.

Candidates for this role are expected to have a high school diploma or GED, with food preparation experience being beneficial. The role requires basic math, communication, and computer skills, highlighted by the necessity to pass the district's food service computer skills test or complete a sponsored basic computer skills class. Furthermore, obtaining a ServSafe Certification or Wisconsin Food Manager Certification is mandatory either before or during the probation period.

Physical fitness to lift up to 48 pounds, carry similar weight, and push or pull 35 pounds of force is required. Moreover, an inclusive understanding and practice of equitable and culturally responsive methods in food service will ensure success in this position. Applicants with commercial kitchen experience and previous work with school-age children will find these qualifications preferred and helpful to their job performance.