Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $16.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
Nueces County is a governmental organization committed to providing essential services that enhance the quality of life for its residents. This includes community-focused programs aimed at supporting senior citizens and other vulnerable populations. Within the county's various departments, the commitment is evident through roles dedicated to public service and welfare, including nutrition programs designed to assist the elderly and community service participants. The employment opportunity offered here is an hourly position with a base pay of $15.65, reflecting the county's dedication to fair and competitive compensation for its workforce. This position is structured to support both congregate and home-bound seniors,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Less than high school education with demonstrated ability to read, write and follow directions
- Training in cooking, nutrition, and health protection in food handling
- One year of experience as a cook
- Food Handler's Certificate from the Texas Department of State Health Services or ANSI-CFP, or ability to acquire within first month of hire
- Food Manager's Certificate from the Texas Department of State Health Services or ANSI-CFP within 6 months of employment
- Valid Texas Motor Vehicle Operator's License
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions
- Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds
- Ability to work in a kitchen environment exposed to extreme heat, humidity, and chemicals
Job Qualifications
- Less than high school education with demonstrated ability to read, write and follow directions plus training in cooking, nutrition, and health protection in food handling
- One year of experience as a cook
- Ability to read and follow recipes
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions in preparing food items
- Ability to cook for a large group of people
- Food Handler's Certificate or ability to acquire within first month of hire
- Food Manager's Certificate obtained within 6 months of employment
- Valid Texas Motor Vehicle Operator's License
Job Duties
- Prepares nutritious meals according to established menus for both congregate and home-bound senior community service participants
- Maintains kitchen area, equipment, and utensils in a safe, clean, and neat manner according to health regulations
- Maintains adequate inventory of food and staples
- Assists in packaging and delivering meals to other centers and to homebound senior citizens
- Maintains a clean personal appearance and washes hands frequently during food preparation and clean up
- Supervises community service participants and/or government program participants involved in kitchen duties
- Serves food to congregate meal participants
- Picks up after meal is completed and cleans dining area
- Goes to Food Bank once each month to get supplies for the center
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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