FOOD SERVICE COOK IIA-HERON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY

Heron Heights Elementary is part of The School Board of Broward County, Florida, one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States, dedicated to providing high-quality educational and nutrition services to students and communities. Broward County Public Schools values excellence, innovation, and support for its students and staff. Heron Heights Elementary specifically serves the Parkland community, focusing on creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing educational environment for young learners. The school also emphasizes the importance of nutrition and wellness, recognizing that healthy eating contributes significantly to student success and overall well-being.

The Food Service Cook IIA position at Heron Heights Elementary is an essential role within the Food & Nutrition Services department. This role involves performing skilled work in preparing and serving nutritionally adequate and reimbursable meals that meet federal and state nutrition guidelines. The position requires a commitment to production deadlines and ensures that food quality standards are consistently met. Operating with an hourly rate of $17.23 and a daily work schedule of six hours, this nonexempt position is critical to supporting the daily food service needs of the school. The Food Service Cook IIA will engage in food production tasks including pre-preparation, cooking, service, cleanup, and inventory management, ensuring all procedures align with health and safety regulations such as the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) standards.

In addition to meal preparation, this role involves operating point-of-sale systems as dictated by federal guidelines, providing exceptional customer service with professionalism and effective communication with students, staff, parents, and the public. The Food Service Cook IIA participates in ongoing state-approved training programs covering essential topics like nutrition, sanitation, and quantity cooking to maintain and enhance service quality. Driving responsibilities may include operating refrigerated and freezer trucks for food delivery to satellite sites, requiring a valid driver’s license.

Physical demands are moderate, including lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and routine lifting up to 30 pounds. The job requires adherence to safety rules, sanitation protocols, and school board policies to maintain a healthy and safe work environment. This role also supports equal employment and non-discrimination policies, contributing to a respectful and inclusive workplace. New hires for this position will start at the minimum of the assigned salary range and follow a 192-day work calendar. This opportunity is ideal for individuals seeking a stable, service-oriented occupation in a school nutrition environment, where their contribution directly impacts student health and educational success.