Child Nutrition Cook
About The Position
The Child Nutrition Cook is responsible for food preparation, inspection of kitchen equipment, safety and sanitation practices, and supervision of Child Nutrition Helpers. The position prepares and serves a variety of meals and baked goods using recipes and standard commercial cooking equipment, and ensures food quality, presentation, palatability, and safe serving temperatures in accordance with Texas Public School Nutrition Policy. The Cook plans advance meal preparation and cooking schedules, records food prepared and leftovers, and ensures food is properly stored or disposed of. The role also requires maintaining clean and sanitized equipment and work areas, instructing Helpers in safety, sanitation, equipment maintenance, and storage, and organizing their work. The employee must follow applicable federal and state laws and district policies, procedures, regulations, and safety practices. Attendance at the work site is required. The employee participates in required professional development, supports district and department goals, maintains professional ethics, and performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Possess a current Food Handler's Card or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
- Three years of experience in food preparation in a food service setting or as a Child Nutrition Helper.
- Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions in English.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Valid Texas or New Mexico driver's license or ID card.
- Subject to the district's drug and alcohol screening policy and regulation.
- Must be insurable by the district's auto liability insurance carrier.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure and maintain emotional control under stress and frequent interruptions.
- Ability to stand and walk continually; lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds; and frequently stoop, bend, kneel, and climb a ladder.
- Ability to work with moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.
- Attendance at the work site is required.
Nice To Haves
- Supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve a variety of main dishes, vegetables, and baked goods using recipes and standard commercial cooking equipment.
- Inspect, clean, and sanitize equipment and the work area.
- Supervise Child Nutrition Helpers in proper equipment maintenance and storage.
- Taste food to ensure palatability and ensure food quality and presentation meet high standards and Texas Public School Nutrition Policy.
- Record the amount of food prepared and leftover, and store or dispose of food properly.
- Instruct Helpers in safety and sanitation practices.
- Supervise and organize the work of Helpers assigned to a section.
- Plan and perform advance meal preparations as indicated on the Food Production Worksheet.
- Plan cooking schedules so food is prepared on time and served at an appropriate temperature for palatability and safety.
- Follow federal and state laws and district policies, procedures, regulations, and established safety procedures.
- Participate in professional development activities as required by the district and support district and department goals.
- Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
