Cook II (Part-Time)

MTC; Livingston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Opportunities for job advancement

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation in Livingston, Texas, is hiring part-time kitchen staff to prepare meals per pre-planned menus for detainees. You will cook according to the menu, maintain sanitary work areas, and supervise detainees assisting in the kitchen.

The role requires long walking/standing and handling food carts. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent; food service training and 1 year of related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food service training, one (1) year of food service or related experience and prior supervisory experience are preferred.
• Must obtain a food handlers permit within the first week of employment and successfully complete required preservice training.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook quantity of food required according to menu and number of detainees.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly workable condition. Ensure work area is safe, clean and sanitary at all times.
• Maintain accountability of kitchen tools.
• Prepare foods as directed for special facility functions and visitors and assist in cleaning kitchen work areas following each meal.
• Supervise detainees assigned to assist in the kitchen.
• Requires long periods of walking and standing and the pushing and pulling of food carts.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food service training; 1 year experience; supervisory experience preferred

Job description

Pay: $19.97 per hour

Work schedule: Part-time (24 hours per/week), schedule will vary based on facility needs and may include weekend shifts

Benefit package includes:

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Opportunities for job advancement

Work with a purpose! IAH Secure Adult Detention Facility located in Livingston, Texas, is now hiring career-minded people to assist with securing the safety of our community while positively impacting the lives of those on the inside.

What you'll do: You'll be responsible for the preparation of facility meals in accordance with pre-planned menus. Additional duties include:

1. Prepare and cook quantity of food required according to menu and number of detainees.

2. Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly workable condition. Ensure work area is safe, clean and sanitary at all times.

3. Maintain accountability of kitchen tools.

4. Prepare foods as directed for special facility functions and visitors and assist in cleaning kitchen work areas following each meal.

5. Supervise detainees assigned to assist in the kitchen.

6. Requires long periods of walking and standing and the pushing and pulling of food carts.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Food service training, one (1) year of food service or related experience and prior supervisory experience are preferred.

• Must obtain a food handlers permit within the first week of employment and successfully complete required preservice training.

• A valid driver’s license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Why:

Make a real difference every day by helping to change lives.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.

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