Cook

San Antonio, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $11.75 - $15.75

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Training and Development

Employee assistance program

competitive salary

Job Description

AVANCE San Antonio is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to empowering and supporting families and children in the San Antonio community through education, nutrition, and holistic development programs. The organization emphasizes the importance of nurturing children's growth by providing resources that promote health, education, and emotional well-being. With a strong commitment to community involvement and educational excellence, AVANCE San Antonio works closely with families, educators, and local agencies to deliver impactful programs tailored to the needs of children and their families. The organization is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity, equal opportunity, and the unique potential of... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
food handler certificate upon hire
food manager certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
at least six months working in related field
first aid and CPR training
valid driver’s license
dependable transportation
clean driving record
current auto liability insurance
able to be insured by AVANCE San Antonio

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
food handler certificate upon hire
food manager certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
at least six months related work experience familiar with safety rules and regulations
one year preferred experience in public-school cafeteria as cook or cook assistant
first aid and CPR training
good interpersonal skills
knowledgeable in proper and safe meal preparation
budget planning skills
good verbal and written communication skills
accurate, detail-oriented, able to meet deadlines
able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
valid driver’s license and dependable transportation
clean driving record
current auto liability insurance
able to be insured by AVANCE San Antonio

Job Duties

Promotes and models the organization’s core values
prepares appropriate meals, in conjunction with Nutrition Manager, for children and adults daily and weekly
prepares shopping list and submits purchase requests for food, kitchen and maintenance supplies
maintains receipts and documents listing numbers of meals/snacks served and donated food stored
maintains inventory of kitchen equipment, food items, paper supplies, utensils, cleaning products and other kitchen supplies
assists in preparing monthly USDA food service reports by due date
ensures cleaning materials and chemicals are properly stored away from food
supports teaching staff in preparing children for new food through educational activities and home visits
ensures food is not used as punishment or reward
allows sufficient time for each child to eat
encourages family style eating among staff and children
notifies center directors and teaching staff immediately of menu changes
manages medically based diets or dietary requirements including substitutions by registered dietitian
maintains training on feeding children with allergies and emergency procedures
understands USDA/HHS dietary guidelines and food labels
serves nutritious food at parent activities
maintains kitchen safety and health standards according to licensing, USDA, and Health Department
performs other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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