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Elementary Head Cook

@ East Grand Rapids Public Schools
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East Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
OnsitePart Time
Responsibilities:lead operations, supervise staff, manage inventory
Requirements Summary:Lead daily school cafeteria operations; manage food prep, sanitation, cashiering, inventory; ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days; ability to lift 50 pounds.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Cash register, Point-of-Sale (POS) system
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Job Title: ELEMENTARY HEAD COOK - WEALTHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lead the daily operations of the elementary school cafeteria, including food preparation and service, sanitation, cashiering, ordering and inventory, record keeping, and supervision of the Point-of-Sale paraeducator. This role creates a warm and welcoming environment for students and staff while maintaining safe and efficient operations, utilizing required technology systems, and ensuring all cafeteria activities run smoothly and professionally.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to operate a cash register and complete necessary technology tasks
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to repeatedly bend, squat, climb, and reach 
  • ServSafe Certification or willingness and ability to obtain within 30 days of hire

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to lead the daily food service operations and all other related food service activities at the cafeteria
  • Ability to work cooperatively with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and vendors
  • Ability to collaborate with the Food Service Director on menu creation, reporting, and food service program implementation and improvements
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills (written, verbal, and listening skills)
  • Ability to be enthusiastic, friendly, flexible, and a team player
  • Ability to learn and consistently apply district and school policies and procedures
  • Experience and knowledge in food service preparation, sanitation, and food service equipment
  • Ability to take inventory and order supplies as well as keep accurate records of food production, cash receipts, and related information
  • Self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Willingness and ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
  • Ability to complete other duties as assigned

Location: Wealthy Elementary

Rate: Per the Support Staff Contract, Food Service Classification, Head Cook

Hours: Approximately 5.9  hours/day, 7:10 a.m. -1:00 p.m., Monday - Friday (on full school days)

Start Date: August 2026 (with May 2026 training opportunity as mutually agreed)

To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids

Deadline: Until filled



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INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Notice of Vacancy - Support Staff
2026-2027 School Year
Job Title: ELEMENTARY HEAD COOK - WEALTHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Lead the daily operations of the elementary school cafeteria, including food preparation and service,
sanitation, cashiering, ordering and inventory, record keeping, and supervision of the Point-of-Sale
paraeducator. This role creates a warm and welcoming environment for students and staff while
maintaining safe and efficient operations, utilizing required technology systems, and ensuring all cafeteria
activities run smoothly and professionally.
Qualifications:
● Ability to operate a cash register and complete necessary technology tasks
● Ability to lift 50 pounds
● Ability to repeatedly bend, squat, climb, and reach
● ServSafe Certification or willingness and ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
Essential Functions:
● Ability to lead the daily food service operations and all other related food service activities at the cafeteria
● Ability to work cooperatively with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and vendors
● Ability to collaborate with the Food Service Director on menu creation, reporting, and food service
program implementation and improvements
● Excellent organizational and communication skills (written, verbal, and listening skills)
● Ability to be enthusiastic, friendly, flexible, and a team player
● Ability to learn and consistently apply district and school policies and procedures
● Experience and knowledge in food service preparation, sanitation, and food service equipment
● Ability to take inventory and order supplies as well as keep accurate records of food production, cash
receipts, and related information
● Self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
● Willingness and ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
● Ability to complete other duties as assigned
Location: Wealthy Elementary
Rate: Per the Support Staff Contract, Food Service Classification, Head Cook
Hours: Approximately 5.9 hours/day, 7:10 a.m. -1:00 p.m., Monday - Friday (on full school days)
Start Date: August 2026 (with May 2026 training opportunity as mutually agreed)
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until filled
East Grand Rapids Public Schools is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is our expressed policy that no person shall be unlawfully excluded from participation, be denied benefits of, or otherwise
subjected to discrimination in employment on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, marital status or handicap/disability
in its activities or programs as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504. Any person believing that the East Grand Rapids Public Schools or any part of the school organization has inadequately applied
the principles and/or regulations of (1) Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, (2) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (3) the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and (4) Title II of the
Americans with Disability Act of 1990 may bring forward a complaint, which shall be referred to as a grievance, to Carlye Allen, the local coordinator at the following address: 2915 Hall Street, Grand
Rapids, MI 49506. Phone (616) 235-3535.
Note to New Employees: Pursuant to PA 131, the selected candidate must receive clearance from the Michigan Department of State Police prior to the offer of employment. The candidate is responsible for
the background check and drug screen fee; however, these fees will be reimbursed upon satisfactory results.

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East Grand Rapids Public Schools
2026-2027 School Year
District Profile
East Grand Rapids Public Schools (EGRPS) is located in beautiful West Michigan. Our community surrounds two lakes
(Fisk & Reeds) and is only a short distance (2-3 miles) from downtown Grand Rapids and 40 minutes from Lake
Michigan.
EGRPS is a mid-size school district with approximately 2,900 K-12 students across three elementary schools, one middle
school, and one high school. At the Woodcliff Early Childhood Center, early childhood education and before- and
after-school care are provided to our youngest learners. Due to our size, we pride ourselves on building strong
community relationships and knowing every student by name. East families are active partners in the education of their
children and we are honored to be able to serve their children alongside them.
Points of Pride
● District-wide commitment with a focus on supporting the whole child (our Strategic Plan may be found here)
● Long-standing tradition of strong academic excellence
● Strong community and parent support of teachers, faculty, and school programs
● Comprehensive athletic programs (33 sport offerings) and co-curricular programs including K-12 theatre and
robotics programs
● 20 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programmes and 13 Advanced Placement courses
● Graduation rate six-year average above 97%
● Continuous engagement and collaboration utilizing staff and student voice in order to inform and improve the
quality of our teaching and learning priorities and environment
● K-8 implementation of aligned social emotional learning curriculum resources
● Systemic, sustainable, and intentional district-wide implementation of Restorative Practices
● Industry partnerships and internships with local businesses to provide authentic learning that enriches students’
experiences
● Partnership with the East Grand Rapids Schools Foundation which provides over $700K each year to support,
enrich and extend our student and staff learning opportunities
● Woodcliff Early Childhood Center at our District Office which provides preschool and before and after care
● Resident and Non-Resident Enrollment Options
Why Work for East Grand Rapids Public Schools?
● Small, close community (just 3 square miles)
● Robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, HSA options, LTD, life insurance, pension and
retirement plans for full-time employees
● Annuity match (403B)
● Centrally located in Kent County with easy access to nearby neighborhoods and transportation networks
● Children of employees who work 10+ hours per week are eligible to enroll (excludes coaches and Schedule B
positions)

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