Campus Dining Cook, Weekend Shift

Genuine Foods; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Genuine Foods in Odessa, TX is seeking a part-time Cook to join our production kitchen in a school setting. You will prepare and serve meals according to daily menu and recipes, maintain safety and cleanliness, and collaborate with a caring team.

We value reliability, a positive attitude, and at least 1 year of line cook or culinary experience. The role involves lifting up to 50 lbs, stairs, and a commitment to healthy, scratch-made meals.

Qualifications

• Must be flexible and team-oriented.
• At least 1 year of line cook or culinary experience.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and level-headedness.
• Punctual and able to adhere to time and attendance policy.
• Ability to climb stairs and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Interest in Genuine Foods’ mission to use food to enhance students' minds, bodies, and happiness.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety standards are followed at all times.
• Cook and prep food accurately based on recipes and specifications provided by the Chef/Genuine Foods.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure all food is prepared on time for service.
• Maintain a clean working environment and assist the team with additional cleaning duties.
• Keep area stocked and organized.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Line cook experience

Punctuality

Physical endurance

Job description

ABOUT GENUINE FOODSAt Genuine Foods we create nourishing food environments at schools and workplaces through great-tasting and wholesome meals, made from genuine ingredients. We are a growing social enterprise that uses food to enhance health, productivity, and happiness. We believe that fresh, scratch-made food together with unparalleled service and meaningful enrichment programs can transform lives and build community. Food service management is what we do, but what we achieve together with our customers, our partners and our dedicated team goes beyond the plate.ABOUT THE POSITIONThe Cook position is essential to our production kitchen, responsible for preparing and serving food in accordance with daily menu and recipe standards. This role involves a variety of tasks related to food preparation and kitchen maintenance. There are opportunities to learn culinary skills and advance your career. We are a supportive team that values respect and collaboration. The ideal candidate enjoys working with students and educators and prioritizes superior customer service.Essential Responsibilities:Ensure food safety standards are followed at all times.Cook and prep food accurately based on recipes and specifications provided by the Chef/Genuine Foods.Coordinate with team members to ensure all food is prepared on time for service.Maintain a clean working environment and assist the team with additional cleaning duties.Keep area stocked and organized.Perform any additional duties as assigned.Qualifications:Must be flexible and team-oriented.At least 1 year of line cook or culinary experience.Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and level-headedness.Punctual and able to adhere to the time and attendance policy.Ability to climb stairs and lift up to 50 lbs.Interest in and commitment to Genuine Foods’ mission to use food to enhance students' minds, bodies, and happiness.Must be able to work in a school environment.Job Type: Part-timeGenuine Values:Trustworthiness: Integrity, transparency, reliability, consistency, and delivery excellence.Personal Accountability: Ownership in solving problems, no excuses, learning from mistakes, and financial stewardship without sacrificing quality.People First: Human-centered solutions, teamwork, hospitality, empathy, and cultural responsiveness.Entrepreneurial: Adaptable, nimble, willing to go the extra mile, responsive, and encouraged to try new things.Genuine: Commitment to real, tasty, scratch-cooked healthy food, authentic interactions, honesty, positivity, and professionalism.