Cook - Harold L. Richards High School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group
Any Location, IL
Category Food Services
Job Description
Role Overview

Join our school nutrition team as a Cook and help prepare fresh, nutritious meals that give students the energy to learn and thrive! This is a full-time non-exempt position with a family-friendly schedule, no nights, weekends, or holidays, and paid training and steady hours.

What You Will Do

Cook and prepare a variety of meals according to school menus, ensure all food is safely cooked and presented with care, maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace, work with team members to serve meals in a timely, friendly manner, and support special dietary needs and food allergy safety procedures.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We're looking for someone with basic knowledge of cooking techniques, a commitment to cleanliness and food safety, a dependable and positive attitude, and a passion for helping kids grow strong and healthy. You'll enjoy competitive pay, opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and a friendly, team-oriented school environment.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Minimum 1 year of professional culinary or food service experience required
  • ServSafe certification required or must be obtained within a defined timeframe upon hire
  • Local food safety certification required in any jurisdiction of employment
  • Ability to speak and read English sufficient to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Opportunities for growth
  • Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement
  • Paid time off
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