Cambridge Intermediate School - 3 1/4 hours per day JobID: 765

- Position Type: Food Service/ Cook
- Date Posted: 10/6/2026
- Location: Cambridge Food Services Department
- Closing Date: 10/13/2026

Cook - CIS (3.25 hrs/day)

Description

The primary mission of a Cook is to perform efficiently and effectively the assigned duties involving food preparation, cleaning and serving, as well as executing the necessary safety, sanitation, and operational procedures for food preparation in the kitchen.

Job Summary

- Prepares and serves meals in an attractive manner and as assigned by the Cook Manager
- Operates all equipment in the kitchen including steamers, ovens, fryers, stoves, slicers, dishwasher etc.
- Acquaints self with all cafeteria and kitchen operational procedures
- Follows carefully all directions given by the Cook-Manager in the performance of assignments
- Maintains orderly and clean work areas and rigid sanitation standards
- Acquires knowledge of menus, recipes and quantity control
- Adheres strictly to the prescribed standardized recipes and work schedules
- Cleans the kitchen and cafeteria tables as deemed necessary to maintain cleanliness and a sanitary workplace
- Assists the Cook-Manager in checking in supplies and stocking shelves
- Washes pots and pans, silverware,



and serving trays if applicable
- Stores and/or disposes of any un-served food
- Prepares silverware/plastic forks and spoons, trays and straws for distribution at serving time
- Assists student workers if they need assistance in the kitchen or dining area
- Assumes supervisor role in absence of the Head Cook
- Prepares food for next day menus
- Performs cashier and related duties if applicable to cafeteria operations
- Serves as a role model to instill belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values
- Performs such other duties as the Cook-Manager, Food Service Director, Principal or Superintendent may assign
- Completes mandatory trainingrequired throughout the year

Qualifications

- Valid Driver's License
- Cooking experience is preferred
- Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
- Basic computer knowledge
- Possess the ability to organize and perform lunchroom procedures

Working Conditions

- Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue
- Occasional interaction among unruly students
- Occasional safety hazards including but not limited to: slips/falls, falling objects, lifting, hazardous chemicals/materials, ladders, electrical, cuts, burns, eye strain

📌 Cambridge Intermediate School (Town of Cambridge)
🏢 Cambridge City School District
📍 Town of Cambridge