Cafeteria Staff - Cook

Cafeteria Staff - Cook

Sacred Heart Catholic School in Rockport, Texas is hiring a qualified Cafeteria Staff-Cook. The primary responsibilities of the Cafeteria Staff are to prepare meals, maintain the kitchen equipment in working order, and keep kitchen and cafeteria clean and safe.

Responsibilities:

• As an integral part of the ministry for the Church, this position will support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of the Diocese of Corpus Christi in both professional and personal life
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic church
• Continuously grows in the ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed
• Provides service ministry opportunities
• Prepares, cooks, and serves food
• Assists in cleaning, maintenance, and operation of all cooking equipment and work serving areas
• Operates standard cooking equipment, including mixing machines, toasters, grills, food choppers, baking ovens, stoves, and fryers
• Keeps supplies on hand as needed in performing work assigned
• Checks menu for recipes to be used
• Portions products and keeps products ready for the serving line period
• Checks temperature on refrigerators, fryers, and ovens; reports to the principal if equipment is not working properly
• Cleans and scrubs grill, warmers, refrigerators, fryers, cabinets, etc.
• Sweeps and mops work areas daily
• Performs other duties as assigned

Mental/Physical Demands:

• Ability to carry, pull, push, lift, or move objects 10 pounds or more
• Ability to maintain composure under duress; maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Organization Improvement and Morale:

• Demonstrates a professional attitude as a member of diocesan staff
• Maintains confidentiality in matters of assigned department and the diocese
• Serves as a representative of the diocese displaying courtesy, tact, positivity, and discretion in all interactions with colleagues and community served
• Carries out commitments made to diocesan colleagues and community served
• Employs professional ethics in relationships with diocesan colleagues and community served
• Positively contributes to the overall mission and values of the Diocese of Corpus Christi to promote a positive organizational culture

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with diocesan policies and procedures
• Valid Texas driver's license
• Must possess health certification based on county requirements
• Must be 21 years of age or older

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize tasks
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and members of the community
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion
• General use of computer hardware and basic office software including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace

Position Information:

• Reports to Principal
• Full-time, non-exempt position
• Must successfully complete pre-employment screening including criminal history background check, motor vehicle record review (MVR), and drug screening
• Certification in Safe Environment training provided by the Office for Safe Environment and Child & Family Resources is required
• Must adhere to all Diocesan policies and procedures