Cook Helper

Equus•San Marcos, TX

About The Position

The Cook Helper supports food service operations by maintaining sanitary and orderly food preparation, storage, dishwashing, and dining areas. The role also assists with food preparation and service, supports student work-based learning in the Food Service area, and helps develop center-wide health and wellness learning opportunities. The individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Three to six months of related experience and/or training.
Ability to perform quantitative calculations using fractional and decimal measurement units.
High school diploma.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Valid Food Handler’s certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Keep equipment used for food preparation, storage, and service sanitary.
Keep storerooms, walk-in refrigerators, and freezers clean and orderly.
Set up the dish room and dishwashing machine before each meal.
Wash worktables, walls, refrigerators, and meat blocks.
Scrape food from dirty dishes and load them into racks or onto the conveyor for the dishwashing machine.
Sweep, mop, and wax cafeteria and kitchen floors.
Separate and remove trash and garbage, placing it in designated containers.
Steam-clean or hose out garbage cans.
Set up dining room tables.
Keep the service line supplied with dishes, silverware, glasses, milk, food, and other items during service times.
Assist in preparing and serving food according to pre-planned menus.
Help supervise the work-based learning program, including developing students’ employability and social skills and Career Success Standards in the Food Service area.
Explore innovative ways to incorporate Food Services into academic, vocational, and leisure-time learning programs.
Establish center-wide events for trainees and staff that promote health and wellness learning.
Respond to students’ conduct, abilities, and needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.