Job Opportunities

The Nanuet Union Free School District is seeking a candidate to work in our Food Services Department.

Job Description

This is routine work involving responsibility for the preparation, cooking and baking of foods in a school environment. The work is performed independently according to standard procedures and under the general supervision of a higher-level food service supervisor. Work guidance (e.g., lead work) may be exercised over others. Does related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. One (1) year of work experience which involved cooking or food preparation within a public or institutional setting (e.g., restaurants, cafeterias, catering services, or similar environments)*; or

2. Graduation from a vocational or technical high school with a concentration in culinary arts or from a culinary program in a post-secondary school; or

 3. An Associate’s degree or higher in Culinary Arts or comparable degree. 

 *Experience gained solely in a private or home setting will not be considered sufficient.

Other Requirements and Information:

Good knowledge of public or institutional preparation and cooking methods; working knowledge of the nutritional aspects of food and dietary needs; working knowledge of cooking utensils, appliances and equipment; ability to utilize supplies, equipment and ingredients efficiently; ability to direct the work of others; ability to understand and carry out both oral and written directions; ability to maintain records and prepare reports.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits are competitive with the public sector market including but not limited to the following:

• $21.47 Hourly Salary (Step 1) (as of 5/27/2026)
• 5 Hours per day
• Paid Holidays
• Summers, weekends and snow days off
• New York State Pension Eligibility

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should email a completed Rockland County Department of Personnel employment application and a resume (if available) to: mmerritt@nanuetsd.org

Position open until filled.