Assistant Cook Manager - Food Services **Dubuque Community School District** 1 Positions ID: 85564 Posted On 12/29/2025 **Job Overview** **POSITION TITLE:** Cook Manager/Assistant Cook Manager (Food Service) **GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS** **Recruited By:** **Chief Human Resources Officer** **Recommended for Appointment By:** Manager of Food & Nutrition & Chief Human Resources Officer **WORKING RELATIONSHIPS** **Type of Authority:** Line **Reports To:** Manager of Food & Nutrition & Assistant Manager of Food & Nutrition **QUALIFICATIONS – PHYSICAL** Physically able to work in a standing position for prolonged periods and to walk much of the time during the day. Able to work in warm and cold environment. Has manual dexterity to handle knives and other pieces of kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, choppers, and scales. Able to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds. **QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATIONAL** **High school diploma or equivalency. Completion of the basic school food service short course(s) recommended. Demonstrates both aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities. Knowledgeable in different aspects of food service (i.e. managerial skills, quantity food production, service, storage, equipment, utensils and measurements, food safety and sanitation, as well as math and cashiering skills)** **POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES** 1. Oversee the preparation of food according to a planned menu, and follow tested, uniform recipes. Determine if the finished product is of best quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served. 2. Ability to perform all aspects of food preparation in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service. 3. Assist in the daily clean-up of the kitchen and service areas; ensures that all service areas are clean, orderly and stocked in a timely manner. 4. Assist in the cleaning and storing of eating utensils, dishes, glassware, trays, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment. 5. Establish a schedule for the regular cleaning of major equipment and storage areas. 6. Maintain the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen. 7. May assist in the portioning and serving of food items. 8. Determine proper storage or disposal of unused food products. 9. Operate various pieces of kitchen equipment such as dish machines, slicers, choppers, ovens, and other cooking equipment. 10. Supervise and coordinate the work flow of the food service staff; assign job duties as needed and ensures for cross training in all areas. 11. Prepare weekly ordering and forecasting of menu items; responsible during service for maintaining sufficient food items and replenishing as needed. 12. Complete and maintain inventory and daily production records. 13. Recognize and demonstrate a commitment to multicultural nonsexist policies and practices. 14. Is able to communicate in English with co-workers, students, parents, building staff and administration through both verbal and written communication. Primary Contact 12308 Jean Pfeiler HR Coordinator, 563-552-3028 Phone Phone Phone 563-552-3026 Fax jpfeiler@dbqschools.org Email True False True **Job Details** Categories Dietary Education Food and Beverage Location Dubuque, IA Shift First Shift Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Pay/Salary $18.89 Benefits Life Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays **Qualifications** Education High School/GED Experience 1-2 Years Company ID 971 Job REQ # \# Positions 1 Start Date 20251229 End Date 20260130 Featured Job TH Ad 0 TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Assistant Director of Clinical Education- Physical Clarke University Assistant Chief Flight Instructor - Fixed-Wing University of Dubuque Professional Engineer - Civil (Direct Hire) Sedona Staffing Services Part-time Aviation Shuttle Driver University of Dubuque Server Mount Carmel Bluffs Cook Mount Carmel Bluffs Purchasing Agent Sedona Staffing Services Food Service Worker Dubuque Community School District Server, PT, 2nd Shift, Assisted Living Stonehill Communities Custodians University of Dubuque **Share this Job** Dubuque Community School District **About the Company** The Dubuque Community School District reorganized in the early 1960's with the surrounding rural area and now serves a population of over 70,000. Presently, we have a student enrollment of approximately 10,120 students. A total staff of 2,522 employees (including 959 certified teachers, counselors and nurses) is presently employed by the Dubuque Community School District. The geographical area the Dubuque District serves is over 245 square miles and the District provides school bus transportation approximately 5,000 students each day. Eighteen school buildings are utilized to house our educational program: two high schools, one alternative learning center, three middle schools, and twelve K-5 elementary schools. Other facilities are provided for transportation, maintenance, cafeteria, and administration. Dubuque Public Schools provide a basic curriculum designed to meet the educational needs of children. Special programs include Title I, Learning Resource Services, Special Education, Talented and Gifted, and At-Risk.