Position Title

Head Cook

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

$31.15/hr

Job Description

HEAD COOK

LOCATION: Baldwin High School
HOURS: 10 Month Schedule; 6:30 AM - 2:00 PM
EFFECTIVE: August 28, 2026
REPORTS TO: Cook Manager, Building Administration, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Administrative Services
RESPONSIBILITIES: 
 

• Under general supervision, the duties require the use of judgment in preparing and cooking food for large groups

• Supervising subordinate personnel

• Prepares and cooks meat, fish, poultry, soup, vegetables, salads, rolls, cakes, pies and other foods

• Assists in the planning of menus and the purchasing of food

• Supervises the cleaning of the kitchen and storage areas

• Inspects and maintains inventory of food and supplies

• Coordinates food deliveries for all buildings

• Coordinates attendance and coverages

• Maintains time records of all employees

 

Civil Service Title

Head Cook

Job Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of the materials, methods, and equipment used in large scale food preparation and cooking

• Knowledge of the principles of dietetics and nutrition

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment

• Ability to apply established safety and sanitation precautions and regulations

• Ability to use and care for kitchen equipment and appliances

• Ability to follow oral and written directions

• One year of satisfactory experience in the large-scale preparation of food

• NYS Dept. Of Education Fingerprint Clearance

Job Category

Food Service Worker or Cook

Job Location

Baldwin High School

Additional Information