Cook Manager - Rochester International Academy - 10 Months/40 Hours

This position is offered within the Monroe County Government, specifically serving in a school lunch setting such as a school cafeteria or lunch room. Monroe County Government is a public sector organization serving the needs of residents through a variety of services, including education and public health initiatives. Their food service departments operate in cooperation with school districts to provide nutritious meals for students and faculty members, ensuring that meals meet health and safety standards and contribute positively to community well-being.

The role is a pivotal food service leadership position focused on supervising, coordinating, and actively participating in the preparation, cooking, and serving of hot and cold food items in large quantities. The employee works under the general supervision of a Food Service Director or higher food service staff and exercises direct supervision over cooks, assistant cooks, and food service helpers. The position plays a significant role in managing the day-to-day activities of kitchen operations within an educational setting, ensuring that food production adheres to sanitation and safety standards while maintaining nutritional quality.

Salary for this role ranges between $19.42 to $21.23 per hour, reflecting its importance and required level of expertise. The position requires handling responsibility for a variety of critical tasks, such as overseeing food storage and preservation, requisitioning necessary supplies, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines, maintaining inventory control, and supervising the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen areas and equipment. The role also involves training kitchen staff and managing schedules to guarantee that food service runs smoothly and efficiently.

Additionally, staff in this role oversee the Free and Reduced Lunch Program, ensuring eligible students receive balanced and nutritious meals, which reflects a commitment to food security and wellness for children in the community. This administrative responsibility requires record-keeping skills including maintaining inventory, production, sales, time, and payroll records.

Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and obtain clearance from the State Education Department if working directly in a school district or Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES). The position requires a solid understanding of nutrition, sanitation, and culinary processes, and the ability to manage a team effectively. This is a critical role for maintaining high standards of food quality and service within school meals programs, contributing both to student health and educational success.

Overall, this food service supervisory role provides an excellent opportunity to work in a structured, supportive environment with a focus on community service and offering nutritious meals to students. It combines hands-on food preparation expertise with leadership, planning, and coordination skills, making it ideal for professionals with culinary experience and a passion for promoting nutrition and wellness in schools.