Cook Helper - McKinney

North Texas Job Corps Center • McKinney, TX

396d • $25,522 - $35,755 • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook Helper position at North Texas Job Corps Center involves assisting cooks in the preparation, serving, and sanitation of the dining facility. The role is essential for maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas while ensuring a pleasant dining experience for students, staff, and guests.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic sanitation and cleaning procedures.
• Knowledge of general kitchen equipment and appliances.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work under the direction of senior personnel.
• High level of organization, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• One to three months of food service/preparation experience or related experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• NRA Food Service Sanitation or equivalent/Safe Serve certification.
• Valid State Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Assist cooks in preparing and serving food.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining and kitchen areas.
• Notify staff of items that need replenishing and restocking.
• Rotate perishable items to ensure freshness.
• Serve students, staff, and guests courteously and efficiently.
• Assist with dishwashing when necessary.
• Change and empty trash receptacles.
• Arrive at work in proper attire and neat appearance.
• Familiarize with emergency communication systems.
• Assist with programming and activity events as required.
• Perform food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, cutting, and seeding vegetables and fruits.
• Clean, cut, and grind meats, poultry, and seafood.
• Bread food items by dipping in crumbs, flour, and batter.
• Stir and strain soups and sauces, weigh or measure ingredients.
• Carry food pans, kettles, and trays to and from workstations.
• Store foods properly according to temperature requirements.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Distribute supplies and equipment using a hand truck.
• Assist in inventory of supplies and materials.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as dishwashers and mixers.
• Follow safety and sanitary rules related to food handling.
• Meet performance standard goals.
• Adhere to property control policies and procedures.
• Maintain good housekeeping and sanitation practices.
• Comply with all relevant guidelines and policies.
• Model and mentor appropriate career success skills.
• Participate in mandatory staff training.

Benefits

• Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
• Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA).
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Counseling Service Programs Available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED