CNP - Cook (2)

Food Services Inc.; San Juan (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD FOOD SERVICES in San Juan, Texas is seeking a Cook to operate the Child Nutrition kitchen, following federal, state, and local standards. You will prepare nutritious meals and maintain high sanitation and safety throughout service.

Starting immediately, the cook reports to the Food Service Manager and assists with recipe planning, food preparation, and service. A High school diploma or GED and a Food Handler’s Certification are required; 1+ year in-school food service

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (English)
• Food Handler’s Certification
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to understand food preparation and safety procedures
• 1+ years in-school food service (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Cook in reviewing recipes to determine quantities of ingredients needed to prepare menu items.
• Plans cooking schedule with supervisor to ensure food is ready at specified times.
• Prepares washing, trimming, cooking, and seasoning of food items for each meal.
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes; uses kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Maintains cooking area in a clean, neat and orderly manner.

Education

High school diploma or GED (English)

Food Handler’s Certification

Job description

CNP - Cook (2)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5962004
Application Deadline: Oct 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Cook

Reports to:

Food Service Manager

Department:

Child Nutrition

Pay Grade

M 3 @ 193 days

Funding Source:

Qualifications

Primary Purpose:

To operate a department, which meets or exceeds standards set forth by federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, and to perform with skill multiple tasks necessary to operate a department in which nutritious, attractive, and satisfying meals are prepared and served under high standards of sanitation and safety to all students.

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED (English)

Food Handler’s Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English

Ability to understand food preparation and safety procedures

Experience:

1+ years In school food service (preferred)

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptable

PSJA Leadership Skills and Expectations

In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who are expected to embody the Spirit of PSJA and demonstrate these characteristics

as they lead others.

Positive Engagement

Welcomes staff, students, parents, and community as honored members at the district table

Builds relationships – Builds positive, trusting relationships through frequent interactions which demonstrate care and interest in well-being of all stakeholders

Exhibits professionalism– Exhibits awareness and reflection to manage emotions and engage in continuous personal growth

Models ethics – Exemplifies the values and priorities of the district through consistent actions and service to stakeholders

Communicates effectively- Maintains open lines of two-way communication with staff, students, parents, and community to receive input and provide information for engagement with district vision

Student-centered Excellence

Holds vision and expectations for success for all students and all staff

Demonstrates expertise – Possesses up-to-date knowledge and skills to perform organizational role at a high level of competence

Establishes shared vision – Articulates the school’s mission to the community and solicits support in making that mission become a reality

Implements plans- Works with all stakeholders to implement vision by establishing goal, monitoring progress, and providing resources

Expects results – Pursues exceptional results for all students by holding self and others accountable and driving for continuous improvement

Joint Empowerment

Develops and empowers individuals and teams for effective action

Promotes collaboration – Designs organizational structures to promote collaboration and teamwork for distributed leadership throughout the district

Inspires Action – Motivates others to take responsible risks and perform at their highest level to support district vision and goals

Builds capacity – Provides opportunities for growth to ensure all staff build capacity to support district goals

Develops leaders– Identifies, develops, and places future leaders through rigorous processes and strategic leadership assignments

Adaptive Innovation

Maintains district at the forefront of educational service providers

Scans Environment – Analyzes and applies understanding of internal organization and external environment to assess and respond to the district’s future advancement

Manages change – Demonstrates courage, initiative, and perseverance in bringing about meaningful change to support the shared vision

Champions solutions – Challenges the status quo by collaboratively exploring new and better ways of doing things

Acknowledges outcomes – Creates a positive environment for growth by celebrating success and learning from failure

Technical Skills, Responsibilities and Duties

In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who demonstrate excellence in these technical areas as they lead others

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist the Head Cook in reviewing recipes to determine the quantities of ingredients needed to prepare menu items.


• Plans cooking schedule in conjunction with supervisor to ensure that food will be ready at specified times.


• Prepares washing, trimming, cooking, and seasoning of food items for each meal.


• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes. Uses a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment


• Bakes, roasts, broils and steams meats, fish and other foods.


• Observes and tastes food being cooked and adds ingredients as needed as per recipe specifications.


• Adjust heat controls and timers on ovens, grills, etc., as required.


• Prepares and directs distribution of according to menu combinations.


• Maintains cooking area in a clean, neat and orderly manner


• Complete annual professional standard requirements.


• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.


• Preform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching

Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)

Environment: Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.75 to $18.98 Per Hour