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Cook / Baker (6 Hours)

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.35 - $16.38
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Work Schedule

Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Garrard County Schools is a respected educational institution serving a diverse student population with a commitment to excellence in education and community involvement. Located in Garrard County, Kentucky, this school district is dedicated not only to academic achievement but also to providing a supportive and enriching environment for students and staff. As part of their commitment to student well-being and success, Garrard County Schools prioritizes nutritious and appealing meal programs that address dietary needs and promote healthy lifestyles. The district operates multiple school cafeterias that serve a variety of meals prepared fresh daily by a skilled team of food service... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or G.E.D.
  • one year experience in cooking and baking food in large quantities
  • completion of training course for certification of beginning school food personnel as prescribed in 702 KAR 6:045
  • ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights up to 50 pounds
  • ability to stand, bend, reach and perform physical tasks
  • ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing
  • ability to use hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or G.E.D.
  • one year experience in cooking and baking food in large quantities
  • knowledge of principles and methods of quantity food service preparation, serving and storage
  • familiarity with sanitation and safety practices related to handling, cooking, baking and serving food
  • ability to prepare and serve food in accordance with health and sanitation regulations
  • competency in operating and maintaining standard kitchen equipment
  • ability to prepare attractive, appetizing and nutritious meals
  • basic math and cashiering skills
  • basic record-keeping techniques
  • good communication skills both oral and written
  • ability to lift medium weights up to 50 pounds
  • ability to follow recipes and instructions
  • ability 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 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

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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