Fleming County Schools

Job Description

Updated February 2024

 

Class Code: 7241

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

 

 

Position Title:                   Cook

 

Responsible To:                Director of Food Service

 

Basic Function:                 The Cook is responsible for meal preparation and maintaining

   School Nutrition Program facilities and equipment in a clean

   and sanitary condition.

 

Performance Responsibilities:

 

1. Assist in preparation and serving of food.

 

2. Operate dishwasher and other equipment.

 

3. Assist in setting up steam tables for food service.

 

4. Work on the food serving line.

 

5. Operate the point of sale system in the cafeteria

 

6. Attend at least six (6) hours of annual continuing education/training.

 

 

7. Perform other duties pertaining to the cafeteria as assigned by the School Nutrition Program Manager.

 

Additional Abilities/Knowledge:

 

Work closely with other members of the organization.

Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in food preparation.

Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in food preparation.

Understand oral and written directions.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, GED certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a GED as required by Kentucky law and one year food service experience.

Must complete training course for certification of beginning school food service personnel as prescribed in

702 KAR 6:045.

Must re-certify annually.

 

Terms of Employment:

 

Salary and work year to be established by the board of education.

 

Evaluation:

 

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for classified personnel.