Assistant Cook

Anticipated Vacancy:
Assistant Cook
(1.0 FTE)

LOCATION(S): Resilience Academy School Kitchen

REQUIRED DUTIES:
This position is responsible for participating in the preparation, cooking, and portioning of food on a large scale. The work involves assisting an experienced Cook or Cook Manager and does not require full responsibility for the kitchen. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-level employee, such as a Cook or Cook Manager. Supervision may be exercised over Food Service Helpers and other school lunch staff.

• TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
• The following is indicative of the level and types of activities performed by incumbents in this title. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed which could reasonably be expected to be performed by an employee in this title.
• Participates in the preparation of meals using standardized recipes and portions;
• Participates in the supervision and training of Food Service Helpers and other school lunch staff;
• Supervises and participates in the cleaning of working, serving, storage and dining areas, and in
• the care of equipment;
• Participates in the exchange or substitution of menu items;
• Receives and stores food and supplies;
• Operates kitchen equipment, such as slicing machines, grinders, bulk mixers, coffee makers,
• dishwashers, etc;
• Reports necessary repairs to appropriate personnel;
• Attends in-service training sessions;
• May assume responsibilities of Cooks in their absence;
• May keep simple records;
• May serve as Cashier;
• Does related work as required

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS:
Working knowledge of large-scale preparation, cooking and serving of food; working knowledge of the
nutritional aspects of food; working knowledge of modern cooking utensils, appliances and equipment;
ability to use supplies, equipment and foods effectively; ability to acquire the knowledge to utilize and
adjust standardized recipes; ability to supervise the work of others; ability to understand and carry out oral
and written directions; ability to maintain records and make reports; ability to relate well with others;
courtesy; tact; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:
EITHER: (A) Completion of a recognized training program in institutional cooking of at least six (6) months duration; OR: (B) One (1) year of large-scale cooking experience; OR: (C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as indicated in (A) and (B) above.

CIVIL SERVICE RULE AND REGULATIONS APPLY

START DATE: ASAP
GRADE LEVEL: N/A
ANTICIPATED CLOSING DATE: May 15, 2026