Cook-East Aurora High School

Personal Touch Food Service

East Aurora, NYFull-time$20–21/hrSeen 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$20–21/hr

Location

East Aurora, NY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ServSafe Certification

Job overview

Personal Touch Food Service is hiring a Cook-East Aurora High School. The Lead Cook at East Aurora High School prepares nutritious meals, oversees kitchen staff, and ensures compliance with USDA, state, and local food safety guidelines while maintaining cleanliness and efficient operations in the school cafeteria.

Key focus areas include Prepare and cook meals according to menus and recipes, Lead and coordinate food preparation with kitchen staff, and Monitor portion control, food quality, and presentation standards.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, ServSafe Certification, and Ability To Lift Up To 50 Lbs.. Important skills include Food Safety And Sanitation Standards, Organizational Skills, Time Management Skills, Motivate Team Members, Food Preparation, and Menu Planning. Preferred (not required): Prepare And Cook Meals, Coordinate Food Preparation, Monitor Portion Control, and Monitor Food Quality.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Food Safety and Sanitation StandardsOrganizational SkillsTime Management SkillsPrepare and Cook MealsCoordinate Food PreparationMonitor Portion ControlMonitor Food QualityMonitor Presentation StandardsFood Safety RegulationsSanitation ProceduresMaintain InventoryAssist With OrderingMinimize Food WasteTrain Kitchen StaffSupport Kitchen StaffOperate Kitchen Equipment SafelyMaintain Cleanliness of KitchenMaintain Cleanliness of EquipmentMaintain Cleanliness of Serving AreasAssist With Serving MealsPerform Opening DutiesPerform Closing DutiesCommunicate EffectivelySupervise Team MembersMotivate Team MembersFood PreparationMenu PlanningStandardized RecipesPortion ControlFood QualityFood PresentationInventory ManagementFood Waste MinimizationKitchen Staff TrainingKitchen Equipment OperationKitchen CleanlinessServing Area CleanlinessMeal ServiceOpening/Closing DutiesEffective Communication

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDServSafe CertificationAbility to Lift Up to 50 LbsAbility to Stand for Extended PeriodsAbility to Perform Physical TasksPass Required Background Check/Fingerprinting2 Years Institutional or School Food Service Experience

Full job description

Cook-East Aurora High School

East Aurora, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=430+Main+Street+East+Aurora+NY+USA+14052)

Description

Personal Touch Food Service Inc.is currently hiring!

Lead Cook – School Food Service

Location: East Aurora High School

Hours:Full-Time, School Year Schedule (e.g., Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM)

Compensation: $20.00-$21.00

Job Summary:

The Lead Cook is responsible for the daily preparation of nutritious and appealing meals in accordance with USDA, state, and local guidelines. This role ensures efficient kitchen operations, supervises kitchen staff as needed, and maintains high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and customer service in a school cafeteria setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and cook meals in accordance with planned menus and standardized recipes

Lead and coordinate food preparation activities with other kitchen staff

Monitor portion control, food quality, and presentation standards

Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation procedures

Maintain inventory, assist with ordering, and minimize food waste

Train and support kitchen staff and substitutes as needed

Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently

Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, equipment, and serving areas

Assist with serving meals during meal periods as needed

Perform opening and/or closing duties of the kitchen

Communicate effectively with school staff, students, and the food service manager

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum 2 years of experience in institutional or school food service preferred

ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days)

Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards

Ability to supervise and motivate team members

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and perform physical tasks associated with food preparation

Must pass required background check/fingerprinting as required by NYS Education Department

Salary Description

20.00/ per hour

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