Cook II - New Dawn School

State of Missouri
Sikeston, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Mar 22, 2025
  • Salary: $16.50 per Hour USD
  • Salary Top:16
  • Full Time
  • Nutrition and Food Services
  • Job Description

    Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

    Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled

    Cook

    Hourly Rate: $16.49 (School Term Position)

    Primary duties are planning, preparing and serving a lunch.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    The incumbent must have the ability to perform the essential functions below either with or without reasonable accommodations.

    Prepare school lunch menus according to the rules and regulations developed by the Food Section of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Order food supplies following MSSD purchasing procedures. Create and prepare appealing meals utilizing established nutritional guidelines. Prepare and serve food including special diets as ordered by physicians for particular students. Perform kitchen clean-up duties. Follow required health standards of local Department of Health. Maintain accurate inventory of food and kitchen supplies. Direct the work of others in the kitchen. Develop and follow assigned daily work schedule. Accurately complete required reports on or before established deadlines. Lift and move 50 pounds. Maintain orderly, safe and clean environment. Demonstrate effective safety skills with students, equipment, environment, etc. Maintain confidentiality of parent, student and personally identifiable information. Maintain CPR certification at the level determined by the American Heart Association or Red Cross as Basic Life Support Health Care Providers. Participate in staff development as necessary to keep cooking skills and knowledge of food service updated and current. Follow food service skills development training plans for individual students. Infrequent travel for training and staff meetings. Perform other duties as assigned.

    EDUCATION REQUIRED/PREFERRED:

    High School diploma or G.E.D. Two years experience in food preparation is preferred. Experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.

    (Other qualifications and experience, which in the opinion of the Commissioner of Education meet the requirements of the position, may be accepted in lieu of the above.)

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

    If you have questions about this position please contact: dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov

    Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov .

    Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to Department employment practices may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Human Resources Director, 8th floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0480; telephone number 573-751-9619 or TYY 800-735-2966.



    To Our Applicants with Disabilities:
    For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.

    Notice to Applicants:
    The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

    The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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