Job Title: School Cook
Location: Eden Central Schools
Schedule: Full-Time, School-Year Position
Hours: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM (Monday–Friday)
Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

Position Summary:
Personal Touch Food Service, Inc. is seeking a dependable and experienced Cook to join our team at Eden Central Schools. This full-time, school-year role is responsible for preparing and cooking meals in accordance with USDA guidelines and company standards, ensuring high-quality and nutritious food is served to students and staff in a clean, safe environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes, daily menus, and portion guidelines
   
• Ensure all meals meet federal, state, and district nutrition and safety standards
   
• Assist with menu planning, inventory control, and receiving deliveries
   
• Monitor and record food temperatures, production logs, and sanitation procedures
   
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, tools, and work areas
   
• Work closely with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient meal service
   
• Follow all food safety and sanitation protocols (HACCP)
   
• Support special dietary and allergy accommodations as directed
   
• Supervise or assist in the training of kitchen support staff as needed
   
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Food Service Manager

Qualifications:

Prior cooking experience in a school, institutional, or commercial kitchen preferred 

Ability to follow recipes, production sheets, and safety standards
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods
ServSafe certification is a plus

Must be able to work in a fast paced environment

Background check required