Food Service Worker - Cook

Canyon Independent School District

Canyon (TX)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A public school district in Canyon, Texas is seeking a Food Service Worker - Cook to prepare and serve food in a commercial kitchen environment. The ideal candidate has teamwork skills and knowledge of food safety practices. Responsibilities include serving meals, ensuring cleanliness, and adhering to safety protocols. Candidates with prior cooking experience in institutional settings are preferred. This is a full-time position offering immediate employment.

Qualifications

Experience as a Cook preferred.
3 months successful experience in commercial/institutional food preparation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve food according to meal schedules and procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
Wash and store dishes and kitchen utensils.

Skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of commercial food service equipment

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electric slicer

Mixer

Deep-fat fryer

Dishwasher

Job description

Food Service Worker - Cook

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This job is also posted in Canyon Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 4416791

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 13, 2023 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED – preferred

Special Knowledge and Skills: Must be able to work as a team member; Knowledge and use of commercial food service equipment; Follow written and/or oral directions and to exercise good judgment; Read and understand ingredient and chemical labels, warnings, written and verbal food preparation, safety instructions and product information; Basic math skills and be able to correctly measure recipe ingredients.

Work Conditions: 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. Regular attendance is an essential function.

Minimum Experience & Requirements: Experience as a Cook preferred. 3 months successful experience in commercial/institutional food preparation is preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
Store, handle and dispose food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
Use basic arithmetic to convert recipes to quantities needed for food service.
Set up food on serving lines and/or steam tables and serve meals or meal components.
Store or dispose of excess food properly.
Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, tableware, and kitchen utensils; scrub counters, tables, and chairs; mop floors; and dispose of wastes properly.
Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, appearance, and grooming; and cleanliness in work habits.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co‑workers, and supervisors.
May be required to work at various school kitchens as needed on a daily basis.
Be able to adapt to working in different schools.
Show a positive attitude, interest, and enthusiasm in the position.
Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
Complete annual continuing education requirements.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Abide by State and Federal laws, District policies, campus expectations and Texas Educator Code of Ethics.
Perform such other tasks & assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned.