Substitute Cook III

Substitute Cook III JobID: 43376

Position Type:

Cook/Nutrition Services/Substitute Cook

Date Posted:

5/20/2025

Location:

WVSDB - Foodservice

Date Available:

08/06/2025

Closing Date:

06/02/2025

County:

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TITLE OF VACANCY: Substitute Cook III

POSITION TYPE: Service

ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT: The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB)

LOCATION: Romney, West Virginia

On an on-call, as needed basis prepares and serves meals to the students and staff on the WVSDB campus in accordance with WVDE Office of Child Nutrition Program regulations. The cook performs cooking and baking duties, following nutritionally sound menus, and may be assigned inventory, record keeping, computer input responsibilities. The cook may assume additional duties in the absence of the Cafeteria Manager. Coordinates, prepares, and serves special meals, as requested, by the Superintendent.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will adhere to WVBE Policy 5902 - "Employee Code of Conduct" and the applicable WVSDB personnel policies for employee performance.
• Follows established procedures and policies in carrying out assigned duties.
• Observes safety precautions in carrying out assigned duties efficiently and productively.
• Maintains positive public and employee relationships.
• Participates in 18 hours minimum of Professional Development annually, including maintaining food handler's certification and ASL required sessions.
• Revises/prepares recipes with healthy lifestyle guidelines in mind (lower sodium, fat content, sugar content, fiber, etc.) and advises supervisor of any issues that may arise.
• Sets up cafeteria lines and serves meals on the line or family style as directed.
• Prepares requisitions for food and supplies, orders equipment and repairs.
• Assists with the storage and inventory of supplies and the preservation of perishable items.
• Cleans kitchen and dining area, washing utensils, dishes, tables, and chairs plus sets up tables for each meal.
• Annually reviews proper food handling procedures including sanitation methods, proper storage of perishables, holding temperatures for steam tables, etc.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Pursuant to WV Code 18A-4-8:

Cook II- means a person employed to interpret menus, to prepare and serve meals in a food service program of a school.

Cook III- means a person employed to prepare and serve meals, make reports, prepare requisitions for supplies, order equipment and repairs for a food service program of a school system.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent, pursuant to WV Code 18A-2-5.
• Meet the definition of "Qualifications" in WV Code 18A-4-8b; demonstrated competency, pursuant to WV Code 18A-4-8e (state-approved competency test), as required.
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code 18-5-15c and/or 18A-3-10, as appropriate.
• Must acquire and maintain food handler's certificate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computer and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. The employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 50-100 pounds. He/she shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which affect employee productivity, safety, or judgement will not be tolerated.

EXPECTATIONS:

• The staff member must complete all required annual trainings and attend staff meetings as scheduled.
• The staff member works effectively as a member of the educational team.
• The staff member demonstrates self-control and exhibits an attitude of mutual respect and tolerance.
• The staff member demonstrates ethical conduct and good work habits such as punctuality and attendance.
• The staff member demonstrates self-direction and the ability to use software applications for work productivity and collaboration.
• The staff member is self-motivated and demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks/assignments to accomplish high-quality work to meet demanding deadlines.
• The staff member demonstrates excellent communication skills and excellent presentation skills using current technologies.
• The staff member prepares food items in a tasty and an attractive manner using USDA standard recipes or oral instructions including regular and special diets.
• The staff member maintains accurate records and provides reports on these records, as requested.
• The staff member understands that work assignments may change or be added as priorities emerge.

SALARY:

Hourly pay rate based on WVSDB Service Personnel Salary Schedule, C Scale. Dependent on applicable years of experience and education level. Specific assignment is based upon student needs, enrollment, and departmental needs.

EVALUATION:

Performance evaluation in accordance with West Virginia Board of Education Policy 5314.

APPLY TO: Frontline Education WV K-12 Jobs - WVSDB