Cook Manager Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Description
POSTING NUMBER : N561-2627
POSTING DATE: June 10, 2026
CLOSING DATE: May 31, 2027
POSITION: Food Service Worker Position (Part-Time)
REPORTS TO: Designated Cook Manager / School Operations Manager
PRIMARY FUNCTION : Under general supervision of school-based Food Service Manager performs duties involved in the safe preparation, serving, and storage of food, the cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities, cashiering, record keeping, and other related duties as required or assigned.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs food preparation tasks as assigned.
• Operates various kitchen equipment including, but not limited to oven, steamer, kettle, dishwasher and various other food preparation equipment.
• Assists in stocking serving lines to allow continuous flow in serving.
• Assists in receiving and storing of food items.
• Follows proper sanitary and health practices for food receiving, storage, preparation and serving.
• Assists in cleaning and sanitizing all work areas and surfaces including equipment, pots, pans, and utensils used during workday.
• Assists in properly storing leftover foods.
• May assist in preparation of daily food production records for food items prepared.
• Lunch service job tasks include serving the daily meal, cashiering, and washing dishes.
• May assist school-based food service manager in maintaining proper records related to meal counts and daily cash deposits.
• Maintains good public relations with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Performs related work as assigned.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Previous commercial food preparation/service experience desirable.
• Ability to effectively follow written/verbal directions to complete assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate safe food handling principles, kitchen sanitation and safety, and good personal hygiene.
• Demonstrate the ability to deal effectively and courteously with students, food service department staff and school personnel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The individual must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time, engage in repetitive motion, and be able to lift 40 pounds. Must be able to tolerate extreme temperature changes from freezer to oven area (0-90 degrees F).
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: None
SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Per diem employee: $16.94/hour
EVALUATION: Annually in writing by Cook Manager or Operations Manager.
UNION AFFILIATION: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURE : To be considered, all internal and external applicants must fully complete a Hartford Public Schools' online application, which can be accessed through our Applicant Tracking System, Nimble, at https://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/hartford . Internal applicants should use a personal email address when applying. Please do not use your hartfordschools.org email. Candidates' application and supporting documents will be reviewed. Candidates who advance through the initial review will be notified and placed in the pool for consideration by hiring managers. Candidates will be contacted directly by hiring managers for interviews.
Benefits
Hartford Public Schools (Hartford, Connecticut) is a diverse community of educators and approximately 16,000 students attending 39 distinctive magnet, community, and neighborhood schools, located in the capital city of Connecticut. We are committed to being a leader in innovative urban education, cultivating equity and excellence for all of our students, closing the opportunity gap, and preparing students for college and life.
Hartford Public Schools acknowledges that systems of injustice exist in our nation and our community. Our district is committed to addressing systemic barriers to create a culture of equity that benefits all students. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse team of culturally competent educators. We strive to have our team reflect the different perspectives of our families and community so that we can work together to overcome obstacles, close the opportunity gaps, and prepare our students for continuous success.
HPS recruits and selects diverse educators, who are committed to our instructional vision to develop students' individual, academic, social, and emotional capacities and growth within the classroom and beyond. Highly talented and qualified candidates with a passion for urban education, a commitment to our Hartford students, families, and community are strongly encouraged to apply immediately!
Why Should You Choose Hartford Public Schools?
Hartford Public Schools is seeking excellent candidates and wants to provide the best experience for you. We have put together a comprehensive package of benefits and incentives, including:

• Competitive salary
• Sign-On incentives
• Career growth opportunities
• Opportunity to participate in school governance councils
• Loan forgiveness
• Tuition reimbursement
• Rich health care plan (including dental & vision)
• Life insurance
• Residency differential for teachers who reside in Hartford (3% of base salary)
• New teacher induction
• In-school teacher mentor

DIVERSITY AMONG US: Hartford Public Schools is a diverse community of scholars and staff; racially, socioeconomically, culturally, and more. Among our approximately 16,000 students, there are 88 languages spoken; 21% of our student population are multilingual learners. Over 85% of the population are students of color. At Hartford Public Schools, we work deliberately to recruit and hire staff of various backgrounds. Currently, our staff identify as:

• American Indian: 0.09%
• Asian: 2.02%
• Black: 24.07%
• White: 46.26%
• Hispanic: 24.24%
• Other: 1.11%
• Not Reported/Unknown: 2.22%

REPRESENT HARTFORD: The state of Connecticut is seated on the northeastern seaboard. Hartford is within an hour's drive of the coastline and is centrally located between New York City and Boston. Hartford is one of America's oldest and most historic cities, made up of 17 unique neighborhoods rich in history and diversity. It is commonly known as the "insurance capital" due to its prominence beginning in the 19th century as home to many of the most prestigious insurance companies in the U.S., many of which still call Hartford home today. The city features world-class museums, entertainment, and sports venues and is home to several major companies. An array of restaurants reflecting cuisines from all over the world attract people from far and wide, and more than 200 arts, heritage, and cultural organizations in the Hartford region provide hundreds of events year-round. In addition, several universities and colleges are in Hartford and the surrounding towns, allowing easy access to advanced degree programs.
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D
Note: This posting does not necessarily reflect vacancies in the respective subject area and is solely intended to generate a talent pool for current and future certified teaching opportunities. The above description covers the principle duties and responsibilities of the position. The description should not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all duties or as a contract. In all cases, these relationships, functions, and their applications are subject to change by the superintendent of schools.
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