Head Cook - Transport Kitchen

Altoona, IA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $14.00 - $21.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

supportive work environment

Job Description

Southeast Polk Community School District is a reputable educational institution committed to providing quality educational experiences to its students. Located in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, the district serves a diverse community with a strong emphasis on fostering student success and well-being through various academic and extracurricular programs. Known for its supportive environment and dedication to educational excellence, Southeast Polk Community School District values the contributions of its staff members in maintaining a positive and effective learning atmosphere. This district operates multiple schools and facilities, including specialized programs aimed at meeting the unique needs of its student population.

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Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Two years quantity cooking experience preferred
Ability to obtain ServSafe certification and complete New Manager Training within the first six-months to one year of employment
Ability to perform basic clerical skills and basic mathematical skills
Ability to prioritize, organize and accomplish assigned work
Ability to provide work direction and respond to requests in a courteous and helpful manner
Ability to work independently and/or lead a group
Ability to work harmoniously with staff, students and public

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Prefer two years quantity cooking experience
Ability to obtain ServSafe certification and complete New Manager Training within the first six-months to one year of employment
Ability to perform basic clerical skills and perform basic mathematical skills
Ability to prioritize, organize, and accomplish assigned work
Ability to provide work direction and respond to requests in a courteous and helpful manner
Ability to work independently and/or lead a group of individuals in the successful completion of tasks and meeting of goals
Ability to work harmoniously with staff, students and public
Experience in the supervision of school food service operations preferred

Job Duties

Leads, coordinates, oversees and participates in the day-to-day food service operations at assigned school kitchen assuring efficiency, quality and cost control
Prepare food per written menus, assuring compliance with regulations and requirements
Estimate and order amount of food and supplies needed
Monitor and control expenditures
Receive orders, verify expected items arrive and meet quality standards
Store food properly
Maintain, prepare and review a variety of menu production records, inventories, logs and reports
Accumulate data and input information into a computer as appropriate and file documents as necessary
Oversee and participate in each segment of the operation - production, serving, cleanup and scanning - assess if staff reassignment or correction is needed and delegate, correct or assist as needed to assure timing requirements and customer service expectations are met
Make sure serving areas are set up for efficiency and customer appeal
Inspect kitchen and dining areas daily to assure HACCP SOPs are followed, staff are meeting requirements, equipment is operating well and the operation is in compliance with district, state and federal regulations
Overall responsibility for making sure kitchen and storage areas are well organized, clean and ready for a health inspection at any time
Communicate with students, staff, faculty, administration, parents and outside organizations to exchange information, receive suggestions and resolve issues related to the kitchen
Take catering orders and follow through to assure that all aspects of order are met
Train and assist employees in the proper handling of foods, correct use and care of equipment and in maintaining high standards of sanitation and safety
Report immediately to the Director of Food and Nutrition Services and building principal any problems or accidents occurring in the kitchen
React to change productively and positively
Perform all other duties as assigned

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