Senior Cook & Kitchen Operations Lead

Texas Department of Public Safety; Mart (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department is seeking an experienced kitchen worker to perform complex food preparation for breakfast, noon, and evening meals. This role emphasizes following standardized menus while maintaining sanitary kitchen operations and providing guidance to staff and students in food handling.

Responsibilities include inventory management, equipment inspection, and menu planning support. A valid food handler license (or completion within 60 days) is required, and there is

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation work.
• Must possess an accredited food handler license, or complete accredited food handler training within 60 days of hire.
• Failure to maintain licensure may result in termination.
• This position is subject to mandatory pre-employment drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook foods according to menus and standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and work areas.
• Instruct staff in food preparation and serving line setup.
• Inspect equipment and report safety hazards or needed repairs.
• Assist in planning menus and food quantities; manage inventory and requisitions.
• Travel up to 10% to support other facilities and trainings.

Skills

Food preparation

Job description

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department is seeking an experienced kitchen worker to perform complex food preparation for breakfast, noon, and evening meals. This role emphasizes following standardized menus while maintaining sanitary kitchen operations and providing guidance to staff and students in food handling.

Responsibilities include inventory management, equipment inspection, and menu planning support. A valid food handler license (or completion within 60 days) is required, and there is