Head Cook

Head Cook

JobID: 2265

• • Position Type:
    Classified/Food Service Worker
  • Date Posted:
    10/19/2026
  • Location:
    Perry, OH (Lake Co.)

  Food Service Department
  Head Cook

  Job Title: Head Cook
  Location: Perry High School
  Position Available: 11/2/26
  Working Days: 180
  Hours of Work: 6:45 am-1:30 pm
  Compensation: $13.62- $19.11/hr. - Per OAPSE Local #367 negotiated agreement

  Job Summary:

  • Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and production forms
  • Complete production records at the end of the day
  • Order food based on the forecasted amount needed
  • Maintain food and equipment temperature logs
  • Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment
  • Follow all food safety procedures
  • Assist with serving during lunch lines
  • Understand USDA regulations for reimbursable meal requirements
  • Complete food service training throughout the year

  Qualifications:

  • Previous professional cooking experience
  • Ability to work efficiently during fast-paced serving times
  • Knowledge of current food safety regulations
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Lift up to 50 lbs
  • Tolerate varying temperatures in coolers, freezers and dish room

  Preferred Qualifications:
  ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain

  Application Process:
  Internal Candidates: Please apply on-line via the Perry Local Schools web-site at www.perry-lake.org See "Job Opportunities" "Internal Candidates".
  External Candidates: Please apply on-line via the Perry Local Schools web-site at www.perry-lake.org See "Job Opportunities" "External Candidates".

  Selection Procedure:
  Satisfy all statutory provisions governing submission of all pre-employment requirements including a criminal record background check and recommendation of prior employer(s).

  Questions:
  Please contact: Stephanie Oudomlith at [email protected]

  Application Deadline: 10/23/26
  Date Posted: 10/19/26

  (Note: The District retains the right not to fill this vacancy depending on District needs.)