Food Handler - Cook

Management and Training Corporation • Littlefield, TX

11d • $15

About The Position

Work with a purpose! Management and Training Corporation proudly operates the Texas Civil Commitment Center in Littlefield, Texas. Join our team of career-minded, security professionals to assist with ensuring the safety and security of our unique facility while helping those in our care make positive, lifelong changes.
What you’ll do: You’ll be responsible for the preparation of facility meals based on pre-planned menus in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Civil Commitment Office (TCCO) directives.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• Six (6) months’ experience in food service preparation required. Correctional, commercial, or institutional food service experience preferred.
• Must have valid food handler’s certificate.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A valid driver license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook quantity of food required according to menu and number of clients.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly workable condition. Ensure work area is safe, clean, and sanitary at all times.
• Maintain accountability of kitchen tools.
• Prepare foods as directed for special facility functions and visitors.
• Assist in instructing clients assigned to food services in the safe, hygienic method of preparing and serving appetizing appealing meals.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Civic duty and military leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees