Food Service Cook - Evansville, IN

Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC) is a reputable educational institution dedicated to delivering quality education and fostering a nurturing learning environment for students in the Evansville, Indiana area. As a public school corporation, EVSC is committed to both academic excellence and community wellness, striving to not only educate but also enrich the lives of its students and staff. The corporation emphasizes innovation in educational practices and offers a long-term stable employment environment complemented by a supportive community culture. EVSC values work-life balance by offering predictable schedules, holidays, and summers off, making it an excellent workplace for those who seek both professional fulfillment and personal stability. The position available is for a Food Service Cook at Oak Hill K6, where the selected individual will work 40 weeks per year following the EVSC school calendar. This role involves preparing high-quality, nutritious, and safe meals for school students while adhering to federal, state, and local food safety regulations. The Food Service Cook plays a vital role in supporting student health and wellbeing by ensuring meal quality and safety in a busy, fast-paced environment. With an hourly wage that ranges from $13.52 to $17.94 depending on experience, plus multiple incentives such as stipends and retention bonuses, this position offers a rewarding career pathway in food services within an educational setting. Working hours for this role are 7 hours per day, from 6:30 am to 1:30 pm, Monday through Friday. This schedule allows employees to maintain a balanced lifestyle and engage meaningfully both inside and outside of work. Additional benefits for this position include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans through Anthem, among other perks such as paid time off for sick leave, holidays, and personal business days. The EVSC also provides access to health and wellness centers at no cost, a public employees' retirement fund, life and disability insurance options, and an employee assistance program. In this role, the Food Service Cook will be responsible for preparing and maintaining quality food, forecasting food needs accurately, handling food safely, maintaining preparation equipment, recording production data, and assisting with inventory control and ordering. A critical aspect of the position includes collaborating with colleagues and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment. The Cook may also train food service assistants and act as a manager designee when necessary. This career opportunity is perfect for individuals looking to make a meaningful difference in the community through nutrition and food services in an educational context. EVSC emphasizes teamwork, innovation, and customer service excellence, providing an environment that supports both professional growth and personal development. If you are passionate about food service and aspire to contribute to children's health and success, this role at EVSC might be the perfect fit.

• High school diploma or GED
• Two to three years of previous quantity food preparation experience
• Ability to accurately add, subtract, multiply and divide in relation to forecasting and recipe adjustment
• Successful completion of ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Course
• Successful completion of EVSC Cook's Training class
• Maintain a 90 percent attendance rate
• Ability to perform duties and communicate in a noisy environment
• Maintain appropriate levels of personal hygiene and sanitation
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Work schedule of 40 weeks per year, 5 days per week, 7 hours per day
• Ability to stand for long periods and bend or twist at the neck and trunk
• Ability to work with electrical and gas appliances
• Ability to maintain positive and dependable work ethic