Child Nutrition Cook

Ysleta Independent School District; United States; Sur place; USD 17 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ysleta Independent School District is seeking a Cook/Cafeteria Worker to prepare and serve meals, inspect and maintain equipment, and supervise Child Nutrition Helpers in a school setting. The role requires adherence to safety, sanitation, and district policies, with responsibilities spanning meal prep, quality control, and timely service.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card within 30 days, and at least 3 years in school food service or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Current Food Handler's Card or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Three (3) years experience in food preparation in a food service setting or as a helper in Child Nutrition; supervisory experience preferred.
• Able to read, write, and follow oral and written directions in English.
• Valid Texas/New Mexico driver’s license/ID card; subject to district policy.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and serve a variety of main dishes, vegetables, and baked goods using recipes and standard commercial cooking equipment.
• Inspect, clean, and sanitize equipment and work area.
• Supervise Child Nutrition Helpers in proper equipment maintenance and storage.
• Taste food to ensure palatability according to school nutrition policy.
• Record amounts of food prepared and leftovers; store or dispose of food properly.
• Instruct Helpers in safety and sanitation practices.
• Supervise and organize work of Helpers assigned to a section.
• Plan and perform advance preparations for meals according to Food Production Worksheet.
• Plan cooking schedules to have food prepared on time and at the right temperature.
• Attend work site to meet essential job functions.
• Participate in professional development activities as required by the district.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques; support district goals.
• Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Food safety

Reading/Writing

Supervisory

Menu planning

Food prep

Formation

GED preferred

Food Handler's Card

Outils

Cooking equipment

Description du poste

Responsible for food preparation, inspection of kitchen equipment, and safety and sanitation practices. Supervision of helpers.Adhere to federal and state laws, as well as district policies, procedures, and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and serve a variety of main dishes, vegetables, and baked goods, using recipes and standard commercial cooking equipment.
• Inspect, clean, and sanitize equipment and work area.
• Supervise Child Nutrition Helpers in proper equipment maintenance and storage.
• Ensure the quality and presentation of food items are according to the highest standard by tasting food to ensure palatability according to Texas Public School Nutrition Policy.
• Record amount of food prepared and left over; store or dispose of food properly.
• Instruct Helpers in safety and sanitation practices.
• Supervise and organize work of Helpers assigned to a section.
• Plan and perform advance preparations for meals as indicated on Food Production Worksheet (take meat to thaw, etc.).
• Plan cooking schedules to have food prepared on time; serve food at the optimum temperature for palatability and safety.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
• Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in professional development activities as required by the district.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support district/department goals.
• Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) preferred; possess current Food Handler's Card or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment with the district; three (3) years experience in food preparation in a food service setting or as a helper in Child Nutrition; supervisory experience preferred. Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions in English, possess strong organizational skills. Valid Texas/New Mexico driver's license/ID card; subject to the district's drug and alcohol screening policy and regulation; must be insurable by the district's auto liability insurance carrier.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Have the ability to handle multiple tasks while working under pressure. Maintain emotional control under stress and frequent interruptions.Continual standing and walking; must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder); moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.

Ancillary Level 102