Cook

The Archway; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archway is seeking a Full-Time Cook for our facility. This role prepares and cooks meals for residents and staff, ensuring safety and cleanliness in the kitchen. You will develop weekly menus aligned with federal and state guidelines and maintain accurate production records to support nutrition program standards.

We value dedicated individuals who communicate well, are flexible, and uphold our mission in ending intimate partner violence. EOE statement applies to this opportunity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years related experience or equivalent.
• Must be willing to work at additional locations when requested.
• Current Food Handlers Certification required. Food Manager’s License required or must obtain within the first 6 months of employment.
• Maintenance of the Food Manager’s License will be required once obtained.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents and employees.
• Develop and post weekly menus in accordance with federal and state funding guidelines.
• Maintains production records of items and amounts of food used in compliance with Special Nutrition Program standards.
• Maintains sanitation and cleanliness of the kitchen in compliance with public health standards.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Food Handlers Certification

Food Manager’s License

Job description

Are you interested in pursuing meaningful work? Are you interested in ending intimate partner violence in Tarrant County? The Archway is Tarrant County’s only state-designated family violence program – this means we have the honor of working alongside domestic violence victims to keep them safe and simultaneously do our part in holding offenders accountable. We offer flexible work-life balance and an opportunity to change the community – and the world. We are excited to welcome new staff into our family and to work on this critical, life‑saving mission together.

The Archway is seeking a Full-Time Cook.

This position prepares and cooks meals for residents and employees of our agency. Ensures safety and cleanliness of the kitchen and related areas. The position has significant responsibilities in line with preparing agency meals. Develop and post weekly menus in accordance with federal and state funding guidelines. Maintains production records of items and amounts of food used in compliance with Special Nutrition Program standards. Maintains sanitation and cleanliness of the kitchen in compliance with public health standards.

The Archway values employees who are in line with the culture of the agency, including those who are curious, trustworthy, open communicators, flexible, and willing to be held accountable. Working in the domestic violence field can be hard – but we can do hard things.

The specific qualifications for this role are:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be willing to work at additional locations when requested.
• Current Food Handlers Certification (health card) required. Food Manager’s License required or must be able to obtain within the first 6 months of employment. Maintenance of the Food Manager’s License will be required once obtained.

The Archway offers competitive salaries. Compensation is commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications.

Competitive benefits package offered; The Archway is an Equal Opportunity Employer (see website for EOE statement).