Cooking School Lead Worker #34878 Bayard INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Retirement Plan
Shift Differentials
Job Description
Christina School District, located in Newark, Delaware, is a prominent public school district dedicated to providing high-quality educational services to its diverse student population. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, the district emphasizes the importance of nutrition in schools as a critical component of student health, wellness, and academic performance. The Bayard School is one of the district's educational institutions where the school nutrition program plays a vital role in delivering nutritious meals to students and staff. The district operates under stringent food safety regulations and aims to maintain high standards for food preparation and service across its schools.
The available position within the Christina School District is for a Cooking School Lead Worker at The Bayard School. This role is classified under School Nutrition/General Nutrition Worker and is scheduled for 6 hours per day. The position involves primary responsibility for the daily preparation of all menu food items across the school breakfast, lunch, and dinner programs as applicable. The role directly reports to the Child Nutrition Manager and indirectly to the Operations Manager, Specialist, and Child Nutrition Supervisor, reflecting a structured chain of command and clear oversight.
The lead worker is expected to ensure that meals served are compliant with USDA Child Nutrition Program requirements and state food safety regulations, including Delaware Food Code. This involves coordinating kitchen workflows, delegating tasks to employees, maintaining records such as inventories and time sheets, and overseeing kitchen sanitation and food storage practices in line with HACCP guidelines. The Cooking School Lead Worker plays a pivotal role in fostering a warm and inviting atmosphere where students and staff can enjoy nutritious meals safely and comfortably. Additionally, the role supports training new hires and performs administrative duties related to kitchen operations and safety.
Employment in the Christina School District requires passing background checks and child abuse registry clearance. The district offers equal opportunity employment without discrimination based on various protected categories. The salary for this position adheres to the district's salary schedule and is effective from November 2025, with specific details available on the district website. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by completing the online application process by April 20, 2026, ensuring they specifically apply for this Job ID. The position is set to begin in August 2026.
This role is ideal for individuals with a culinary background or experience in school food service, possessing a cooperative attitude, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to food safety standards. Physical stamina is essential as the role requires standing for at least 4 hours continuously and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to impact student nutrition positively within a well-regarded district that values health, safety, and teamwork in its food service programs.
The available position within the Christina School District is for a Cooking School Lead Worker at The Bayard School. This role is classified under School Nutrition/General Nutrition Worker and is scheduled for 6 hours per day. The position involves primary responsibility for the daily preparation of all menu food items across the school breakfast, lunch, and dinner programs as applicable. The role directly reports to the Child Nutrition Manager and indirectly to the Operations Manager, Specialist, and Child Nutrition Supervisor, reflecting a structured chain of command and clear oversight.
The lead worker is expected to ensure that meals served are compliant with USDA Child Nutrition Program requirements and state food safety regulations, including Delaware Food Code. This involves coordinating kitchen workflows, delegating tasks to employees, maintaining records such as inventories and time sheets, and overseeing kitchen sanitation and food storage practices in line with HACCP guidelines. The Cooking School Lead Worker plays a pivotal role in fostering a warm and inviting atmosphere where students and staff can enjoy nutritious meals safely and comfortably. Additionally, the role supports training new hires and performs administrative duties related to kitchen operations and safety.
Employment in the Christina School District requires passing background checks and child abuse registry clearance. The district offers equal opportunity employment without discrimination based on various protected categories. The salary for this position adheres to the district's salary schedule and is effective from November 2025, with specific details available on the district website. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by completing the online application process by April 20, 2026, ensuring they specifically apply for this Job ID. The position is set to begin in August 2026.
This role is ideal for individuals with a culinary background or experience in school food service, possessing a cooperative attitude, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to food safety standards. Physical stamina is essential as the role requires standing for at least 4 hours continuously and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to impact student nutrition positively within a well-regarded district that values health, safety, and teamwork in its food service programs.
Job Requirements
- must be free from the use of drugs and alcohol
- ability to lift 50 pounds
- must be able to stand and work continuously for at least 4 hours per workday
- must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate student needs
- must report to work on time every workday
- must perform all assigned duties during scheduled workdays
- mental ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively
- ability to remain calm in emergencies and handle stressful situations
- possess good organizational skills
Job Qualifications
- completion of four units of State School Food Service training or willingness to complete these units quickly or documented culinary degree
- servsafe certification required by Delaware Food Code
- knowledge of sanitation precautions and procedures during food preparation and storage
- knowledge of HACCP guidelines
- knowledge or willingness to learn USDA Child Nutrition Program requirements
- basic computer skills including email, excel, POS
- cooperative attitude and ability to work well with students, school personnel, co-workers and management
- physical ability to perform all responsibilities
- willingness to assume additional responsibility
Job Duties
- ensure that students and staff are served meals that meet USDA meal requirements
- coordinate the overall workflow of the assigned kitchen
- delegate tasks to employees as necessary
- assist co-workers when needed
- perform the regular duties of a cook or general worker when necessary
- maintain accurate preliminary inventories, time sheets and daily records
- advise the Manager of food, supplies, equipment, repairs and services needed
- follow safe food handling practices including taking food temperatures
- maintain standards of health, sanitation and safety according to district HACCP plan
- keep all work and storage areas swept and clean
- assist Manager in training new hires
- ensure proper use, operation and sanitation of all kitchen equipment
- perform other tasks and responsibilities assigned by Child Nutrition Manager
- display and enforce approved standards of personal hygiene and grooming
- maintain a cooperative and accommodating attitude towards co-workers, students, faculty, Management and Administration
- perform computer procedures following existing protocol
- perform other related duties as assigned by Manager, Specialist or Supervisor
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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