Cook Assistant Job Description 

Summary/Objective

The Cook assistant supports the Cook in daily meal preparation including snacks for the students. In the Cook's absence, the assistant performs cooking duties and leads food preparation for the students with the campus to include planning, ordering and preparing meals for students.  

Essential Functions 

• Prepare meals and snacks in a way that a minimum amount of nutrients are lost
• Plan shopping lists
• Clean and organize the kitchen and pantry 

Daily Tasks 

• Prepare food items according to the campus menu
• Adjust recipes to volume of demand
• Serve breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack in a timely manner
• Sanitize the kitchen and equipment
• Participates in the storage and utilization of leftover ingredients and products

Weekly Tasks 

• Assist with food delivered to the campus 
• Submit food and supply list to the Assistant Director in Lead Cook absence
• Assist with inventory of food and supplies 

Monthly Tasks

• Meet with front office staff to see if there are any events or special occasions to prepare for (Ex: Muffins for Moms) 
• Stay up to date on county health code regulations and inspection requirements 

Quarterly Tasks

• Review/ obtain updated allergy information from parents 
•  Maintain certifications 

Abilities 

× Record Keeping  

× Problem Solving 

× Time Management 

Qualifications 

• High school diploma 
• 1 years cook experience, volume meal preparation experience preferred 
• Successfully pass a background check 
• ServSafe certified 
• DHR Suitability required

Physical Demands  

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently stand, lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, 40 hour work week; Monday through Friday and hours vary. Extended hours may be necessary as needed to cover staffing during
business hours.  

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.