School Cook II - Kapolei High

The Hawaii State Department of Education is a comprehensive educational organization dedicated to providing quality education and support services to students across the Hawaiian Islands. As one of the largest state education departments in the United States, it strives to foster an inclusive and equitable learning environment. Besides academic instruction, the department places a significant emphasis on supporting students' nutritional needs, recognizing that well-balanced, timely meals are crucial for effective learning and overall well-being. The department is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of its operations, including its hiring practices, policies, and programs. It adheres strictly to various federal laws and regulations that protect against discrimination based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, arrest and court records, and National Guard participation among others. This commitment ensures a workplace where all employees are treated with respect and have equal opportunities for employment and advancement.

The position of School Cook II is a vital role within the Hawaii State Department of Education that focuses on the preparation and delivery of nutritious meals to students and staff in schools. This is a full-time role with a salary of $5,054.00 per month. The School Cook II works collaboratively with other food service employees to ensure that meals are prepared promptly and meet scheduled service times, including satellite delivery schedules when applicable. Responsibilities include planning food preparation according to production records, accurately measuring ingredients, and preparing a variety of foods such as sandwiches, breakfast items, taco shells, French fries, and salads. The role also involves assisting in the preparation of the principal lunch meal and catering to students with special dietary needs. The School Cook II must maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work and dining areas and oversee proper labeling, storage, and disposal of leftover foods. Inventory management tasks such as receiving provisions, documenting product temperatures, completing monthly inventory, and stock maintenance are integral parts of the position. This role also includes training and directing cafeteria helpers, training new food service employees, and potentially supervising serving operations at satellite schools. Participation in ongoing staff meetings, workshops, in-service training, and achieving USDA-mandated annual training hours is also expected. The position requires a mix of general and specialized cooking experience, and there are provisions for substituting relevant education for experience. The department encourages applicants who demonstrate proficiency in quantity cooking, food safety, and nutrition management to apply. This role is essential to ensuring that students receive high-quality meals that contribute to their academic success and physical health.