Cook (4687)

Job Details Job Location: TX-Conroe Corps - Conroe, TX 77301 Job Category: Food Service This position is responsible for: Responsibilities Cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules; ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner; cleans kitchen facilities, equipment and appliances; maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner. Cooks and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods. Ensures that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled. Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares plates for infants or persons requiring additional assistance. Maintains proper supply and orderliness of kitchen stock inventory in order to meet the needs of the kitchen; informs supervisor if inventory is low so they may make orders and food purchases; drives to pick up food donations. Receives, receipts, and stores food donations and food orders. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate in English effectively. Ability to cook, taste and smell food. Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing. Duties are performed standing and require squatting, climbing, bending, and walking. Any of the preceding duties may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting. Extensive physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying heavy objects (up to 75 lbs.) frequently. Work will normally be performed in a kitchen environment where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in temperature associated with cooking and the kitchen environment. Employee Benefits Paid Time Off Retirement Savings Plan Avitable Supplemental Insurance Available Voluntary Life Insurance Education and Experience High school diploma or G.E.D. One year experience cooking food for large groups, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications Valid State Drivers License Food Handler’s Certificate (or ability to obtain within established timeframe) Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr