2026-2027 District Floating Cook

POSITION: DISTRICT FLOATING COOK- 7 hour/day position 189 work day calendar

RESPONSIBLE TO: FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR

JOB GOAL: To fill in for an absent cook primarily and/or any other Food Service position in the event of no cook absence. If filling a non-cook position remaining scheduled hours will be used to complete other tasks as assigned by the Food Service Supervisor. To prepare and serve food in an acceptable manner and to complete needed paperwork as required for the LH Food Service Program
INTRODUCTION:
At Licking Heights Local Schools our commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies ensures that every student thrives academically socially and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens.
To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools staff members must embody a range of skills including:
Passion for education and student well-being
Effective mentoring and guidance for students
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Continuous learning and professional development
Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making
Openness to two-way communication and community engagement
We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction providing ongoing professional development aligned with our districts vision and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school career and life.

QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
One to two years related experience preferred
Must possess or have the ability to possess a Serv-Safe certification (Level II training) and must maintain certification
Required to lift carry push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate the ordering of necessary food and/or supplies required for the planned menu and/or activities of the Licking Heights Food Service Department.
Prepare food according to tested recipes and/or directions ensuring proper cooking times and temperature are followed.
Ensure correct portions are served according to the meal production sheet to all customers in an atmosphere of efficiency cleanliness and friendliness.
Ensure that all employees understand what makes a reimbursable meal per the NSLP.
Maintain the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen serving area and all food service equipment.
Prioritize tasks in a way that makes the kitchen run smoothly and efficiently and assign such tasks as needed to servers and cashiers.
Provide direction through delegation to server/helpers and cashier/helpers to ensure all necessary tasks and activities are completed in an efficient and timely manner.
Compare invoices of deliveries when they come in to ensure that items received matches items ordered then put stock away making sure it is rotated as necessary.
Report all menu changes immediately to the Food Service Director the building clinic and the building front office secretary.
Assist with clean up after meal service including items such as wiping off work surfaces door/drawer handles washing dishes to include pots and pans.
After lunch is completed instruct servers/helpers to complete any preparation work necessary for the next day.
Complete the daily production records under the guidance of the Food Service Director according to the specifications of the NSLP.
Submit all production sheets temperature logs invoices time sheets and any other required paperwork to the Food Service Director in a timely manner.
Coordinate the completion of the monthly inventory report and submit it to the Food Service Director one week before the last day of the month.
Ensure that all employees are aware of the procedures for fire drills lockdowns and evacuation drills as well as the location of the HAACP book to be in compliance with County Health Department standards.
Ensure that all mandatory posters and licenses are displayed according to state guidelines.
With the assistance of the Food Service Director or secretary train new employees or pair them with existing employees in the same job description to be trained.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Food Service Director as pertains to job goals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT CHARACTERISTIC CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described here are not listed in order of importance and are representative of those an employee encounters while completing the duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.
Frequent work that may extend beyond the normal workday
Occasional exposure to blood bodily fluids and tissue
Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
Occasional interaction among unruly children/adults
Many situations that require repeated hand motion e.g. computer keyboard typing writing scooping...
Consistent requirements to sit stand walk hear see read and speak reach stretch with hands and arms crouch kneel climb and stoop
Consistent requirements to lift carry push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds

EVALUATION:
Performance of these responsibilities will be evaluated by the Food Service Supervisor in accordance with the provisions of the Boards policy.

Required Experience:

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