Cafeteria Head Cook (Internal)

STARTING DATE: 2026-2027 School Year

REPORTS TO : Supervisor of Food Service

WORK YEAR: Board-adopted school year calendar

SALARY RANGE: Appropriate step on Board-approved salary schedule

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Working knowledge of cooking techniques, terms, ServSafe practices and high-tech equipment use
• Preferred minimum of three years’ experience preparing food for large quantities
• Energetic, encouraging attitude even through peak service periods
• Ability to perform accurate food service calculations including recipe scaling, portion determinations, yield calculations, inventory tracking, and completion of production records
• Ability to maintain positivity with students and staff, and handle all situations in a calm manner
• Proficiency in working in an organized, efficient, priority-based manner
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and resilience in responding to unexpected challenges and student demand, all while maintaining high standards of service
• Ability to tolerate standing at workstations for extended periods
• Ability to move in and out of cooler/freezer temperature extremes
• Ability to lift and carry bulk items averaging 50 pounds and push/pull items averaging 250 pounds
• Capacity to work alone and as an integrated member of the cafeteria team; prioritization of strong working relationships with Head Cashier and Supervisor of Food Service
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a professional leadership role, serving as an example for the department
• Prioritize Penta Career Center’s success as a large, multifaceted organization and strive to aid in the enrichment of the entire student body and overall district mission
• High School diploma or GED
• Meet all mandated health requirements (e.g., negative tuberculosis test, etc.)
• Documented evidence of a clear criminal record

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Prepare and serve breakfast and lunch to students, staff and special function groups
• Assist in taking monthly inventories, weekly ordering, and properly receiving daily shipments
• Maintain complete and accurate records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, equipment and service areas
• Work under the guidelines of Penta Career Center’s Mission Statement and goals
• Attend district and state professional development events as applicable
• Work collaboratively and effectively with Cafeteria Workers, Penta Administration, and all Penta Personnel
• Remain free of any non-prescribed controlled substance or alcohol in the workplace throughout employment
• Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent, Director, Supervisor, or their designee(s)

DEADLINE: Open until filled.

TO APPLY : Submit letter of interest, application and résumé to

Penta Career Center hereby gives notice that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, disability/handicap, age, citizenship status, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities, employment policies, or admission policies and practices, as required by law. Penta has a Section 504, Title VI, and Title IX coordinator. June 2026

Posted 6.3.26