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Assistant Cook Manager - Food Services

Dubuque Community School District

1 Positions

ID: 85564

Posted On 12/29/2025

Job Overview

**POSITION TITLE:** Cook Manager/Assistant Cook Manager (Food Service)

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

Recruited By:** **Chief Human Resources Officer

**Recommended for Appointment By:** Manager of Food & Nutrition & Chief Human Resources Officer

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

**Type of Authority:** Line

**Reports To:** Manager of Food & Nutrition & Assistant Manager of Food & Nutrition

QUALIFICATIONS – PHYSICAL

Physically able to work in a standing position for prolonged periods and to walk much of

the time during the day. Able to work in warm and cold environment. Has manual dexterity

to handle knives and other pieces of kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, choppers, and scales. Able to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATIONAL

High school diploma or equivalency. Completion of the basic school food service short course(s) recommended. Demonstrates both aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities. Knowledgeable in different aspects of food service (i.e. managerial skills, quantity food production, service, storage, equipment, utensils and measurements, food safety and sanitation, as well as math and cashiering skills)

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversee the preparation of food according to a planned menu, and follow tested, uniform recipes. Determine if the finished product is of best quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served.

2. Ability to perform all aspects of food preparation in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.

3. Assist in the daily clean-up of the kitchen and service areas; ensures that all service areas are clean, orderly and stocked in a timely manner.

4. Assist in the cleaning and storing of eating utensils, dishes, glassware, trays, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment.

5. Establish a schedule for the regular cleaning of major equipment and storage areas.

6. Maintain the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen.

7. May assist in the portioning and serving of food items.

8. Determine proper storage or disposal of unused food products.

9. Operate various pieces of kitchen equipment such as dish machines, slicers, choppers, ovens, and other cooking equipment.

10. Supervise and coordinate the work flow of the food service staff; assign job duties as needed and ensures for cross training in all areas.

11. Prepare weekly ordering and forecasting of menu items; responsible during service for maintaining sufficient food items and replenishing as needed.

12. Complete and maintain inventory and daily production records.

13. Recognize and demonstrate a commitment to multicultural nonsexist policies and practices.

14. Is able to communicate in English with co-workers, students, parents, building staff and administration through both verbal and written communication.

Primary Contact

12308

Jean Pfeiler

HR Coordinator,

563-552-3028

Phone

Phone

Phone

563-552-3026

Fax

[email protected]

Email

True

False

True

Job Details

Categories

Dietary

Education

Food and Beverage

Location

Dubuque, IA

Shift

First Shift

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$18.89

Benefits

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

Education

High School/GED

Experience

1-2 Years

Company ID

971

Job REQ #

\# Positions

1

Start Date

20251229

End Date

20260130

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Dubuque Community School District

About the Company

The Dubuque Community School District reorganized in the early 1960's with the surrounding rural area and now serves a population of over 70,000. Presently, we have a student enrollment of approximately 10,120 students. A total staff of 2,522 employees (including 959 certified teachers, counselors and nurses) is presently employed by the Dubuque Community School District. The geographical area the Dubuque District serves is over 245 square miles and the District provides school bus transportation approximately 5,000 students each day.

Eighteen school buildings are utilized to house our educational program: two high schools, one alternative learning center, three middle schools, and twelve K-5 elementary schools. Other facilities are provided for transportation, maintenance, cafeteria, and administration.

Dubuque Public Schools provide a basic curriculum designed to meet the educational needs of children. Special programs include Title I, Learning Resource Services, Special Education, Talented and Gifted, and At-Risk.