Child Nutrition Cook

JOB FAIRS WILL BE ON THE FOLLOWING DATES AND TIMES AT WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS PANHANDLE, 3120 EDDY ST., AMARILLO, TX.:

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> - Thursday, July 9, 2026 from 10 AM - 2 PM

> - Thursday, July 16, 2026 from 10 AM - 2 PM

> - Thursday, July 23, 2026 from 10 AM - 2 PM

> - Thursday, July 30, 2026 from 10 AM - 2 PM

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> PRIMARY PURPOSE:

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> 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.

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> QUALIFICATIONS:

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> Minimum Education/Certification:

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> High school diploma or GED - preferred

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> Special Knowledge and Skills

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> Must be able to work as a team member

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> Knowledge and use of commercial food service equipment

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> Follow written and/or oral directions and to exercise good judgment

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> Read and understand ingredient and chemical labels, warnings, written and verbal food

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> preparation, safety instructions and product information

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> Basic math skills and be able to correctly measure recipe ingredients

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> Work Conditions:

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> Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including

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> electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven,

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> dishwasher, and food/utility cart

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> Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and

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> twisting

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> Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist

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> flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching

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> Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds)

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> Environment: Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and

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> cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards

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> (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with

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> hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces

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> Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

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> Regular attendance is an essential function

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> Minimum Experience and Requirements:

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> Experience as a cook required

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> 3 months successful experience in commercial/institutional food preparation is preferred.

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> MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

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> 1. Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.

> 2. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.

> 3. Store, handle and dispose food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

> 4. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.

> 5. Use basic arithmetic to recipes to quantities needed for food service.

> 6. Set up food on serving lines and/or steam tables and serve meals or meal components.

> 7. Store or dispose of excess food properly.

> 8. Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, tableware, and kitchen utensils; scrub counters, tables, and chairs; mop floors; and dispose of wastes properly.

> 9. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.

> 10. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

> 11. Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, appearance, and grooming; and cleanliness in work habits.

> 12. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers, and supervisors.

> 13. May be required to work at various school kitchens as needed on a daily basis.

> 14. Be able to adapt to working in different schools.

> 15. Show a positive attitude, interest, and enthusiasm in the position.

> 16. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.

> 17. Complete annual continuing education requirements.

> 18. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

> 19. Abide by State and Federal laws, District policies, campus expectations and Texas Educator Code of Ethics.

> 20. Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

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