Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $46,113.60 - $53,040.00
Work Schedule
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Part-time schedule
Flexible work hours
Opportunity to make an impact
Training in food safety and preparation
Work in a community-focused organization
Interactions with diverse populations
potential for skill development
Job Description
Travis County Juvenile Probation Department (TCJPD) is a vital component of the local government structure in Austin, Texas, dedicated to supporting the community's youth through rehabilitation and care. TCJPD operates within the juvenile justice system, focusing on providing a secure and supportive environment for juvenile residents while facilitating their development and reintegration into society. As part of their services, TCJPD ensures that residents receive nutritious meals prepared in accordance with standards like the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), emphasizing health, safety, and dietary needs. The department values safety, responsibility, and community focus in all its operations, aiming to positively impact... Show More
Job Requirements
- One year of increasingly responsible food preparation experience in a food service facility
- Food Handler’s Registration issued by the Austin/Travis County Health Human Services Department or Texas Department of State Health Services
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination
- Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, reaching and twisting to perform essential functions
- Willingness to submit to background checks, physical exam, drug and alcohol tests
- Flexible availability to work part-time up to 24 hours per week
- Ability to work in secure juvenile detention facility environment
Job Qualifications
- One year of increasingly responsible food preparation experience in a food service facility
- Food Handler’s Registration issued by Austin/Travis County Health Human Services Department or Texas Department of State Health Services
- Knowledge of methods of preparing and storing food in large volumes
- Knowledge of methods of preparing modified and calculated diets
- Knowledge of health, sanitation, nutritional and safety practices involved in food preparation
- Knowledge of general office and clerical practices and procedures
- Skill in using and cleaning equipment and materials for food preparation
- Skill in both verbal and written communication
- Ability to exercise judgment and initiative in estimating food quantities
- Ability to work independently and efficiently
- Ability to manage time well and meet timelines
- Ability to determine appropriate procedures, methods, and priorities for completing assigned work
- Ability to follow and understand verbal and written instructions
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, outside agencies, other county employees and officials, and the general public
Job Duties
- Plan, prepare and cook meats, soups, vegetables, sauces, gravies, salads and desserts
- Check food for appearance and taste
- Serve meals using proper portion control and acceptable methods of serving
- Carve and display meats, vegetables, salads and desserts
- Plan for proper utilization of overproduced foods
- Operate, clean, and maintain cooking utensils and related kitchen equipment
- Ensure kitchen equipment is operational
- Maintain cleanliness and safe working conditions in the kitchen according to Health Department standards
- Ensure proper storage of food and kitchen supplies
- Store and rotate perishable and nonperishable food
- Monitor inventory of food supplies
- Set dishes and dining room equipment in proper storage
- Receive and monitor kitchen deliveries
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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