Cook III/Cafe Manager (To begin 2026-2027 SY) 6:00am-2:00pm
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $13.75 - $18.25
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
New Duval PK-8 is an educational institution dedicated to fostering a nurturing and productive learning environment for its students. As a foundational school, it caters to students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, focusing on holistic development, academic excellence, and creating a supportive atmosphere for growth. The school emphasizes health, comfort, and the overall well-being of its students, continuously striving to enhance the educational and social experiences within its community.
The role of Cook III/Cafe Manager at New Duval PK-8 is a key position entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the school cafeteria's operations. This job is critical to ensu... Show More
The role of Cook III/Cafe Manager at New Duval PK-8 is a key position entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the school cafeteria's operations. This job is critical to ensu... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- passage of the State Competency Test for cooks or equivalent experience
- ability to supervise kitchen staff
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to manage inventory and record keeping
- food handler's card
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
Job Qualifications
- Must have obtained a high school diploma or GED
- successful passage of the State Competency Test for cooks or holds or has held the classification as a cook
- knowledge of menu preparation
- ability to operate kitchen equipment
- ability to properly supervise and properly clean kitchen area
- ability in inventory and record keeping
- obtain a food handler's card
- ability to supervise and prepare large quantities of food producing a quality product
- ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with others
Job Duties
- Supervises, assigns and instructs kitchen personnel in the safe, proper and efficient use of all kitchen equipment
- maintains the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen, including trash and garbage collection in a sanitary fashion
- checks food shipments into the school, signing invoices only after each order has been verified
- determines the quantities of each food to be prepared daily
- determines the size of serving to meet the necessary requirements with regard to the ages of those served
- prepares food according to a planned menu and tested, uniform recipes, and determines if the finished product is of best quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served
- records all food requisitions from the storeroom, and records all meals served, designating with or without milk
- oversees the locking of the storeroom and the maintaining of a correct monthly inventory
- orders on a weekly basis all necessary supplies
- reports immediately to the principal any problem or accident occurring in the kitchen or the cafeteria premises
- confers with the building principal regarding any personnel problems
- reports to the Nutritionist any faulty or inferior quality food which is received
- supervises the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, and the washing and sterilizing of all dishes, silverware and utensils
- supervises the storage and care of foods and supplies
- assumes responsibility for the security of revenue from cafeteria services until it has been turned over to proper authorities
- assigns, directs, plans and supervises the work of cafeteria employees
- instructs new cafeteria employees in performing their assigned tasks
- inspects the kitchen, cooking and mixing utensils and employees for cleanliness and sanitary purposes
- assumes responsibility for checking that all equipment in the cafeteria area is in safe, working condition, and notifies the appropriate authority when repairs or replacements are needed
- maintains records on food and supplies received and used
- participates in scheduled in-service training appropriate for position
- perform other duties as assigned by the building supervisor or the nutritionist
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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