Cook / Baker (4 Hours)

Lexington, KY, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $14.35 - $16.38

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Garrard County Schools is a public education institution committed to providing high-quality education and services to students in Garrard County, Kentucky. With a focus on fostering a positive learning environment, the district supports a range of educational and extracurricular programs that contribute to the overall growth and development of its students. As part of its comprehensive approach to student welfare, Garrard County Schools prioritizes nutritious and well-balanced meals to support students' health and academic performance. The Food Service Department plays a crucial role in this mission by ensuring that all meals served meet strict nutritional and safety standards while being appealing and satisfying to students and staff alike.

The Cook/Baker position offered at Garrard County Schools is a part-time contract role requiring 4 hours of work per day across 180 days during the school year. This position includes health benefits, reflecting the district's commitment to employee welfare as part of its supportive work environment. Reporting directly to the Director of Food Service, the Cook/Baker will be responsible for preparing, cooking, baking, and serving a variety of foods in quantity at an assigned school site. This role demands a meticulous and experienced individual capable of managing both cooking and baking duties, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and providing work direction to others in the kitchen.

In this role, the Cook/Baker will handle tasks such as baking breads, rolls, cakes, and cookies, preparing meat and vegetable dishes, producing salads, soups, and sandwiches, and assisting in managing food inventory and sanitation compliance. The individual must monitor food temperatures for safety and quality assurance and operate various kitchen equipment including ovens, mixers, fryers, and dishwashers. Additionally, accurate record-keeping for food sales, leftovers, and serving quantities will be crucial in maintaining kitchen efficiency and compliance with regulatory requirements.

The Cook/Baker will also be expected to adapt and extend recipes as necessary to meet the needs of the school population while adhering to established nutritional guidelines. The job requires the ability to learn and train others, work under strict health and safety regulations, and communicate effectively to maintain smooth kitchen operations. Physical demands include standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and performing other physical tasks essential to kitchen duties. All these responsibilities contribute to creating a safe, healthy, and enjoyable dining experience for students and staff, supporting the district's overall educational mission.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
one year experience in cooking and baking food in large quantities
completion of training course for certification of beginning school food personnel
ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing
ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights up to 50 pounds
ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods
basic math skills
ability to follow oral and written instructions
ability to maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or G.E.D.
one year experience in cooking and baking food in large quantities
ability to prepare, cook, bake and serve a variety of foods
knowledge of sanitation and safety practices related to food handling
ability to operate standard kitchen equipment
basic math and cashiering skills
ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
ability to lift and carry medium weights up to 50 pounds
ability to follow and adjust recipes
basic record-keeping skills
ability to work cooperatively with others
ability to plan and organize work
willingness to train and provide work direction to others

Job Duties

Prepare and bake rolls, biscuits, breads, cakes, cookies and other baked goods
prepare and combine necessary ingredients
prepare and cook meat dishes, vegetables and other main dishes
prepare salads, sandwiches, fruit, soups, sauces and other foods
assist in determining appropriate quantity of food items for cooking and baking
adjust and extend recipes as needed
maintain food quality standards including appearance and nutritional requirements
monitor temperatures of food to assure safety and quality standards are met
monitor water temperatures to assure proper temperature for sanitizing
serve food according to established guidelines and replenish serving containers as needed
serve and sell lunch items to faculty
clean cafeteria equipment, utensils and appliances and store food supplies
assure compliance with kitchen sanitation and safety procedures and regulations
clean refrigerators and storerooms as required
assist in storing unused food and supplies
dispose of unusable leftovers
utilize proper methods of handling foods to be stored
operate a variety of standard kitchen utensils and equipment including slicer, chopper, mixer, steamer, fryer, dishwasher, electric warmer, range, oven, pressure cooker, cash register, dishwasher and other cafeteria equipment as required
train and provide work direction to others
record amounts of food sold and monies collected as assigned
assist with inventory and maintain routine records as directed
prepare records of foods cooked and foods left over
prepare and bake food for special events as needed
assist at banquets or special events as required
assist in other food service areas as needed
collect money and make correct change
maintain regular attendance
duty to report to work
perform related duties as assigned