• Cook - Fairfield School Nutrition

    Whitsons Culinary Group (Fairfield, CT)


    Cook - Fairfield School Nutrition

     

    Fairfield, CT, USA

     

    Requisition Number

     

    15669

     

    Location

     

    Fairfield Admin-62000

    Job Description

    School Cook – Fuel Young Minds with Every Meal!Monday–Friday | No Nights or Weekends!

     

    Are you passionate about cooking and looking for a job that aligns with your life? Join our school nutrition team as a Cook and help prepare fresh, nutritious meals that give students the energy to learn and thrive!

    What You’ll Do:

    + Cook and prepare a variety of meals according to school menus

    + Ensure all food is safely cooked and presented with care

    + Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace

    + Work with team members to serve meals in a timely, friendly manner

    + Support special dietary needs and food allergy safety procedures

    Why You’ll Love This Job:

    + Family-friendly schedule – you're home by mid-afternoon

    + No nights, weekends, or holidays

    + Paid training and steady hours

    + Be part of a mission that matters – healthy meals fuel better learning

    + Friendly, team-oriented school environment

    We’re Looking For:

    + Basic knowledge of cooking techniques (we’ll train the right person!)

    + A commitment to cleanliness and food safety

    + A dependable and positive attitude

    + Comfort working in a school kitchen environment

    + A passion for helping kids grow strong and healthy

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    + Competitive pay + opportunities for growth

    + Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement

    + Paid time off

    About Us:

    At Whitsons, we believe food has the power to transform a school day. Our cooks are everyday heroes who prepare meals that nourish bodies and minds. Join us and bring your heart to the kitchen where it matters most.

     

    Apply today and help cook up a brighter future—at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.

     

    Pay rate: $18/hour

    Requirements

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

    Education:

    + High school graduate or equivalent.

    + Must complete all Whitsons and government required training as necessary

    Certifications:

    + ServSafe certification

    + Local food safety certification, if required in jurisdiction of employment.

    Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

    + Ability to speak and read English in order to understand and perform job assignments.

    + Must be proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques.

    + 1 year professional culinary experience required

    + Always present a positive and professional image.

     

    Work Schedule

     

    7a-1:30, Monday-Friday or

     

    Supervisor

     

    Eric D Nickelson

     

    Salary Target

     

    18