Cook
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Food Service Cook to oversee culinary operations for our school, serving infants through high school students. This role is essential to ensuring the delivery of nutritious, high-quality meals and snacks to children and students while fostering a safe, positive, and supportive kitchen environment.
Responsibilities & Duties
Menu Planning & Meal Preparation: Plan nutritious, well-balanced, child-friendly menus and prepare meals and snacks for students ranging from 12 months to 18 years of age.
Kitchen Sanitation & Safety: Maintain a clean, sanitary work environment by thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing cookware, dishes, equipment, and work areas in compliance with food safety standards.
Inventory & Purchasing: Keep accurate records of food stock and kitchen supplies, and compile weekly shopping lists to maintain proper inventory levels.
Allergy Awareness & Training: Adhere strictly to all food allergy awareness procedures to ensure student safety.
The Ideal Candidate
Certified or Willing to Obtain: Active ServSafe (or equivalent) and FARE allergy training, plus a clear background check.
Child Food Experience: Background in institutional or school cooking (infants through teens).
Safety First: Strict attention to food allergy safety, kitchen sanitation, and hygiene.
Basic Kitchen Skills: Able to manage food inventory and create weekly shopping lists.
Reliable Schedule: Available Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Institutional Food Service: Background in institutional culinary services preferred.
Child Nutrition: Prior experience preparing meals for children preferred.
Certifications & Background Checks
Background Check: Successful completion of a criminal background check required.
Food Safety Certification: ServSafe (or equivalent) food handler certification required.
Allergy Training: FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education) training required.
What We Offer
2nd Nature Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.