Cook I – Central Kitchen: Prepare & Serve Special Diets

Texas Health and Human Services; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Career advancement

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission in Abilene seeks a Cook I to join the Food Service team at Abilene State Supported Living Center. The role entails routine food preparation, following menus and safety standards, and serving meals for regular and therapeutic diets.

The ideal candidate will have experience in food preparation, be able to lift at least 25 pounds, and be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation work.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion foods for regular and therapeutic diets.
• Follow prescribed menus, recipes, standards and safety procedures.
• Maintain sanitation of equipment and work areas.
• May supervise assigned staff in food preparation and sanitation.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

English literacy

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission in Abilene seeks a Cook I to join the Food Service team at Abilene State Supported Living Center. The role entails routine food preparation, following menus and safety standards, and serving meals for regular and therapeutic diets.

The ideal candidate will have experience in food preparation, be able to lift at least 25 pounds, and be willing to work weekends and holidays.