Head Cook

ABOUT US: Davison Community Schools, home to approximately 5,500 students and over 1,300 school employees, is a place where excellence in education is a shared priority. With a balanced calendar that supports work-life balance, our high-performing schools thrive on a culture of collaboration, innovation, and student-centered success. We value and invest in our educators and staff, offering ongoing professional development, a supportive team environment, and a strong commitment to positive school culture. If you're passionate about making a difference and growing in your career, DCS is the place for you. EFFECTIVE DATE: Immediate HOURS: 6:30 am - 1:30 pm A. Supervision: Directly responsible to the Building Principal, with work coordinated by the Food Service Supervisor. B. General: Responsible for everything done in the kitchen by herself and employees assigned to her. C. Duties:

1. Assign jobs to other workers in the kitchen.
2. Assist in the preparation and serving of all food in the cafeteria as required.
3. Upon receipt of menus, check storeroom and make out order for ensuing week. Have order in hands of Food Service Supervisor by Wednesday of each week. Assume responsibility of storage and disposal of unused foods.
4. Be responsible for cashiering and recording of daily receipts and deposits.
5. See that monies are delivered according to the Food Service Supervisor’s instructions.
6. Give proper direction to cooks, and cooperate completely with the Building Principal and Food Service Supervisor.
7. Assume responsibility for seeing that the supply of food is replenished regularly during meal service periods.
8. Assist in the daily cleaning of the kitchen, serving and storage areas, with the exception of mopping floors.
9. Supervise the work of the food service employees.
10. Instruct the new food service employees in performing their assigned tasks.
11. Maintain records on food and supplies received and used.
12. Responsible for storage and disposal of unused foods.
13. Assist in inspecting the kitchen, cooking and mixing utensils, cafeteria and employees for cleanliness and sanitation purposes.
14. Assist in checking that all equipment in the cafeteria and kitchen areas are in safe, working condition.
15. Assist in marketing procedures and motivating food service employees to a higher level of performance.
16. Perform related duties as required.

D. Qualifications:

1. Capable of performing assigned duties.
2. Good moral character.
3. Able to read and follow written directions.
4. Capable of working with staff, students and general public.
5. Successful completion of statewide training in Basics, Sanitation & Safety and Principles of Food Preparation.
6. At least two classes of Level I training must be completed in order to apply for Head Cook Position. The remaining four classes must be completed in one year unless classes are not available. Employee may be required to take the class again.
7. Must be proficient in the School Nutrition Accountability Program (SNAP) and must pass SNAP proficiency test.
8. Qualified as a food handler under all laws and ordinances.
9. Experienced in personnel management and quantity food preparation or able to demonstrate good skills in organization, planning and preparation of nutritious school and community meals.
10. Possess good communication skills, good planning and recording skills and the ability to work harmoniously with staff, students and parents. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District and is expected to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Employees will perform related duties as assigned. SALARY: $16.59 - $22.17, commensurate with experience according to the CFMT Master Agreement DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Building Principal, with work coordinated by the Food Service Supervisor APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online at www.davisonschools.org. In addition to submitting your application online, internal applicants are required to provide a letter of intent and resume to the direct supervisor identified on this posting. The district reserves the right to select the person it believes will be the most successful in this position and will be the greatest benefit to the school(s). The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The person designated to handle any questions and/or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policy of Davison Community Schools is Director of Human Resources and Operations Christine Kuzinski, 1490 N Oak Rd, Davison, MI 48423 -- (810-591-0808).