Do you enjoy working with students and thrive in a team environment? Minnetonka Public Schools is hiring Cook Helpers for Nutrition Services at multiple school locations for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a 10-month, school-year position, and you work when students are in school, with no summer commitment required. No prior food service experience is required; just bring reliability, a willingness to learn, and a positive attitude.

Your Role Will Include:

Heat, cook, and pre-dish food following Cook Manager instruction.
Portion, garnish, and serve food items.
Set up and clean up the kitchen and serving areas.
Follow safety and sanitation standards in handling, storing, and serving food.
Perform record keeping functions as requested by the Cook Manager.
Assist in preparing food items.
Perform point-of-sale and cashiering duties as part of kitchen rotation.

Qualifications:

ServSafe Certification desirable.
Computer experience is helpful.
Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Basic math skills required.
Must enjoy working with students.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, as assessed through a preplacement physical at Concentra.

Salary and Benefits:

Starting at $21.72/hr.
6-hour per day positions provide medical and dental benefit eligibility.

Location & Shift Times:

Locations: Excelsior Elementary, Minnewashta Elementary, Scenic Heights Elementary, Middle School East, Middle School West, and Minnetonka High School.
Position works on all school days.
Within the hours of 8:15 AM to 2:15 PM, subject to school start time | 4 to 6 hours per day.
Building assignment subject to change based on staffing needs.
Training and kitchen opening: August 25 and 26, 2026 (week before school starts).

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