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Position Type:Cook/Nutrition Services/Substitute CookDate Posted:3/10/2026Location:Roane County SchoolsClosing Date:05/29/2026County:Roane County Schools Additional Information: Show/HideResponsibilitiesDemonstrate an understanding of the information from food labelsExplain the meaning of the ingredients listAssist in developing menusEvaluate menus to determine whether they meet USDA requirementsPrepare salads and cold itemsPrepare and cook fruits, vegetable, and starchesPrepare and cook sandwichesPrepare and cook soups and saucesPrepare and cook breakfast itemsPrepare and cook entreesPrepare miscellaneous food and beveragesEvaluate different methods of preparation appropriate to specific meats, vegetables, salads, and quick breadsDetermine appropriate food temperatures for serviceDescribe and demonstrate the correct procedure for rehydration of dehydrated productsAssist in performing buying, inventory, receiving, and stocking functionsMeasure, mix, and cook ingredients according to recipesBe familiar with terms associated with food products, such as: enriched, fortified, juice, drink, and imitationBe familiar with measurement abbreviationsEstimate food requirementsAssist in planning mealsExhibit the ability to maintain a storeroom inventory systemQualificationsCurrently hold or previously held classification of Cook, or passage of state competency exam for CookMust be able to lift 50 lbs.SupervisorSuperintendent, RCS - Central OfficeCompensationDaily RateThis is a continuous posting. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and as additional substitutes are needed.