Cook

Community Action Corporation of South Texas • Alice, TX

101d • Onsite

About The Position

Prepares and packages meals in accordance with approved menus. Cleans the kitchen area and its equipment and supplies. Maintains records and data, as directed.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must have a valid driver’s license, a safe driving record, be eligible for coverage in the operation of Agency vehicles and be able to pass a criminal history background check
• Bilingual ability is required.
• Obtain health card, food handler’s permit, Food Manager Certification.
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously, the ability to meet multiple deadlines.
• Use independent judgment in making decisions.
• Work closely with others as part of a team.
• Medium to heavy physical duties include standing, walking, reaching, bending, hearing, talking for up to (8) hours a day.
• Must be able to lift forty (40) pounds.
• Lifting, on-premises and off-premises will primarily be of food and food containers with raw and prepared food, bulk food packages and consumable supplies.
• Industrial back supports will be used.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, cooks and packages meals to confirm with approved portions and menus.
• Cleans and sanitizes the kitchen, dining and storage areas, to include the floors, refrigerators, freezers, stoves, applications, pots, pans, supplies and utensils.
• Assists in the delivery of meals, when directed.
• Stocks food and supplies in refrigerators, freezers and storage areas.
• Maintains refrigerators, freezers and storage areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Records food and equipment temperature in accordance with standards.
• Any other duty as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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