Cook II: Lead Menu & Make a Difference

Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc.; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance (

Vacation time (9 days in first year)

11 paid holidays

Sick leave

Retirement plan with 5% employer match

Workers' compensation

AD&D insurance

PSLF eligible employer

Job summary

Eckerd Connects in Laredo, TX, seeks a Cook II to prepare center meals, set menus, and manage daily dining operations for the Job Corps center.

You will ensure timely service, maintain inventory, minimize waste, and submit weekly reports. A HS diploma is required; culinary arts training is preferred, with ServSafe certification encouraged. Valid driver’s license preferred; drug screening is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Degree in culinary arts is preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a ServSafe food safety certification.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Must pass a drug screen in compliance with policy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare center meals and establish menu; determine quantities needed.
• Plan and coordinate procedures for day-to-day dining center operations.
• Ensure efficient and timely arrangement, servicing and cleanup of meals.
• Maintain complete inventory files on food and equipment; minimize waste.
• Submit weekly activity and other reports as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Degree in culinary arts (preferred)

ServSafe food safety certification (or ability to obtain)

Valid driver's license (preferred)

Pass a drug screening

Job description

Eckerd Connects in Laredo, TX, seeks a Cook II to prepare center meals, set menus, and manage daily dining operations for the Job Corps center.

You will ensure timely service, maintain inventory, minimize waste, and submit weekly reports. A HS diploma is required; culinary arts training is preferred, with ServSafe certification encouraged. Valid driver’s license preferred; drug screening is required.