Food Service Cook
JobID: 6757
Position Type:
Food Service/Food Service
Date Posted:
5/28/2025
Location:
Austintown Fitch High School
Date Available:
2025-2026 School Year
Closing Date:
6/2/2025 for OAPSE Bid
District:
Austintown Local Schools
OAPSE transfer bid requests (internal applications) will be accepted until 2:00 pm on 6/2/2025
External applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Contract Hours: 6.5 hours per day
Report Times: 6:30 am to 1 pm (times may vary based on building schedule)
Salary: $14.27 starting hourly rate following the OAPSE negotiated agreement; eligible for district medical benefits
Reports To: Food Service Director; Kitchen Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assists in maintaining daily and monthly records, inventory, invoices, temperature logs, ordering food and supplies, and production records, and reports deficiencies to the Kitchen Manager
Leads the cooking and/or cold prepping needs of the kitchen and follows approved menus and recipes
Assists with serving and cleaning
Has a frugal and responsible mindset, takes ownership of role and responsibilities, and is willing to grow and be flexible with the demands of the food service operation
Assists with accounting for cash sales and daily deposit, money handling, and entering data into the POS system
Maintains and protects district equipment and the integrity of food inventory, and communicates equipment needs to the Kitchen Manager
Reports any problems or accidents occurring in the kitchen or cafeteria to the Kitchen Manager
Ensures that the kitchen contents are safe and secure at the end of the day
Responsible for fiscal integrity of the kitchen including accurate daily deposit and record keeping, awareness of spending with a frugal mindset and responsibility to protect all aspects of the kitchen, inventory, and department
Good understanding of manager responsibilities and willingness to fill in for this role when the manager is off
Good understanding of all duties of Food Service workers (including cashiering) and the Point of Sale system with ability to perform these roles when needed
Shows leadership in the kitchen
Shares knowledge and food service experience with co-workers through communication, demonstration, and by example
Follows all federal, state, and local food safety regulations, USDA child nutrition regulations, and all department policies and procedures
Attends meetings and training as directed by the Food Service Director
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager and Food Service Director
Qualifications:
Prior experience as a food service employee
ServSafe II Food Protection Manager certified
Knowledge of local, state, and federal nutritional regulations
Growth mindset with a desire to learn and grow with the department
Organizational skills and enthusiasm for school nutrition
Must be able to use a computer, including Point of Sale software, email and web browsing
Good character, efficiency, cleanliness, and commitment to the welfare of the students and department
Ability to lift and move heavy items and equipment
Requirements:
ServSafe II Food Protection Manager Certification (or able to obtain within 3 months of starting)
High school diploma or equivalent
Favorable and current State (BCII) and Federal (FBI) background checks
Successful completion of the skills test. (details listed below)
Negative drug screen result
Tested skillset will include:
Basic fiscal skills and understanding, money handling, customer service, employee management, food safety and sanitation including proper food handling, storage, and temperatures, child nutrition regulations, and technology skills including Google Suite applications and all applicable school software.
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policy annually.
Employees must follow all board policies, all state, and federal laws, and adhere to the Ohio Code of Ethics set up by the Ohio Department of Education. Subject to all applicable laws, essential job functions of the position include the employee being punctual and capable of completing all of the duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
The successful candidate must complete all required Vector Solutions/Safe Schools courses as assigned annually.
JobID: 6757
Position Type:
Food Service/Food Service
Date Posted:
5/28/2025
Location:
Austintown Fitch High School
Date Available:
2025-2026 School Year
Closing Date:
6/2/2025 for OAPSE Bid
District:
Austintown Local Schools
OAPSE transfer bid requests (internal applications) will be accepted until 2:00 pm on 6/2/2025
External applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Contract Hours: 6.5 hours per day
Report Times: 6:30 am to 1 pm (times may vary based on building schedule)
Salary: $14.27 starting hourly rate following the OAPSE negotiated agreement; eligible for district medical benefits
Reports To: Food Service Director; Kitchen Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assists in maintaining daily and monthly records, inventory, invoices, temperature logs, ordering food and supplies, and production records, and reports deficiencies to the Kitchen Manager
Leads the cooking and/or cold prepping needs of the kitchen and follows approved menus and recipes
Assists with serving and cleaning
Has a frugal and responsible mindset, takes ownership of role and responsibilities, and is willing to grow and be flexible with the demands of the food service operation
Assists with accounting for cash sales and daily deposit, money handling, and entering data into the POS system
Maintains and protects district equipment and the integrity of food inventory, and communicates equipment needs to the Kitchen Manager
Reports any problems or accidents occurring in the kitchen or cafeteria to the Kitchen Manager
Ensures that the kitchen contents are safe and secure at the end of the day
Responsible for fiscal integrity of the kitchen including accurate daily deposit and record keeping, awareness of spending with a frugal mindset and responsibility to protect all aspects of the kitchen, inventory, and department
Good understanding of manager responsibilities and willingness to fill in for this role when the manager is off
Good understanding of all duties of Food Service workers (including cashiering) and the Point of Sale system with ability to perform these roles when needed
Shows leadership in the kitchen
Shares knowledge and food service experience with co-workers through communication, demonstration, and by example
Follows all federal, state, and local food safety regulations, USDA child nutrition regulations, and all department policies and procedures
Attends meetings and training as directed by the Food Service Director
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager and Food Service Director
Qualifications:
Prior experience as a food service employee
ServSafe II Food Protection Manager certified
Knowledge of local, state, and federal nutritional regulations
Growth mindset with a desire to learn and grow with the department
Organizational skills and enthusiasm for school nutrition
Must be able to use a computer, including Point of Sale software, email and web browsing
Good character, efficiency, cleanliness, and commitment to the welfare of the students and department
Ability to lift and move heavy items and equipment
Requirements:
ServSafe II Food Protection Manager Certification (or able to obtain within 3 months of starting)
High school diploma or equivalent
Favorable and current State (BCII) and Federal (FBI) background checks
Successful completion of the skills test. (details listed below)
Negative drug screen result
Tested skillset will include:
Basic fiscal skills and understanding, money handling, customer service, employee management, food safety and sanitation including proper food handling, storage, and temperatures, child nutrition regulations, and technology skills including Google Suite applications and all applicable school software.
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policy annually.
Employees must follow all board policies, all state, and federal laws, and adhere to the Ohio Code of Ethics set up by the Ohio Department of Education. Subject to all applicable laws, essential job functions of the position include the employee being punctual and capable of completing all of the duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
The successful candidate must complete all required Vector Solutions/Safe Schools courses as assigned annually.
Job ID: 479311153
Originally Posted on: 6/1/2025
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