MENOMINEE AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
MENOMINEE, MICHIGAN
Date: August 14, 2026
POSITION AVAILIABLE: Head Cook Position - MES Kitchen.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High School diploma required.
2. Demonstrate aptitude and competence in the basic principles of food service preparation.
3. Ability to follow and successfully complete both written and oral directions.
4. Ability to work well with students and people of various personality types.
5. Ability to calculate accurately.
6. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds more than 20 feet throughout the workday.
7. Must cooperate and work in other district school kitchens and school lunch departments as needed.
8. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board my find appropriate and acceptable.
REPORTS TO: Food Service Director
JOB GOAL: To prepare and serve the students and staff of the district attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of
efficiency, cleanliness and warmth. To handle the daily operation of the school kitchen including but not limited to: food
preparation, service, cashier responsibilities, money collections, general cleaning and dishwashing for the students of the
district.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Prepare foods according to a planned menu and assure that the finished product is of the best quality in both flavor
and appearance before it is served.
2. Must hold ServSafe certification.
3. Maintain up to date Production Records, Meal Counts, and Safety Logs.
4. Responsible for the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, service areas, kitchen areas, and dishes.
5. Learn and know the National School Lunch Program, National School Breakfast Program and the Summer Food
Service Program meal pattern requirements, meal components, department policies, and applicable state and federal
regulations.
6. Maintain the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen and storage areas.
7. Assume responsibility for storage and disposal of unused foods.
8. Daily service of students and staff.
9. Assume responsibility for checking kitchen equipment and insuring that it is in proper working condition.
10. Perform cashier responsibilities and manage student accounts.
11. Use positive verbal and non-verbal communication and inter-action skills when dealing with students, parents, and
district personnel at all times.
12. Perform all related duties as required and any other duties assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lower body strength to stand and walk throughout the day.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds more than 20 feet throughout the work day.
TERMS OF EMLOYMENT: 9 month school year.
APPLICATIONS: Submit application within 5 calendar days to:
Nick Marquardt, Food Service Director
2101 18th St.
Menominee, MI 49858
“In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating
on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA,
Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or
(202)720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”
