Cook

Posting Information

Posting Number 2024600 Posting/Functional Title Cook University Pay Plan Title Cook Location San Marcos Department Child Development Center Recruitment Type Open to All Job Type Part-Time Funding Source Permanent Monthly Salary $1,875.00 Job Category Non-Exempt Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

• Knowledge of: food preparation techniques.

• Skills in: interacting effectively with co-workers, parents, and children; use of kitchen equipment.

• Ability to: read recipes, memos, special diet information, use scales, adjust recipes, read policy books, and time sheets; complete meal count sheets and work orders; count meals.

• Requires current food handlers certification, record of TB test within past year.

Preferred Qualifications

CACFP experience and current Certified Food Manager certification

Job Description

Responsible for the implementation of the food service program for the Child

Development Center through food preparation service, compliance of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) health, sanitation and safety codes, and clean-up of the kitchen.

Job Duties

• Wash, measure, and prepare foods for breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack for enrolled children according to Certified Food Manager and CACFP standards.

• Ensures all prepared meals match daily menu.

• Ensures meals are served on time and are safe for consumption by children ranging in age 1-8 years.

• Documents weekly inventory and provides accurate food and kitchen supply order, within budget parameters, to vendor each week.

• Receives and inventory weekly food deliveries.

• Creates 2-month cycle menu that meets all CACFP requirements.

• Prepares entrees using standardized recipes to ensure adherence of CACFP regulations for serving sizes.

• Follows all CACFP documentation and meal preparation requirements.

• Demonstrates and explains requirements of CACFP, kitchen operations, and certified Food Manager knowledge to train kitchen support staff and interns.

• Follows health and safety regulations during clean up and food storage.

• Follows the CDC and TXST policies regarding attendance and requests for leave and compensatory/overtime.

• Completes all CACFP trainings to become familiar and proficient in all aspects of CACFP requirements for meal preparation and documentation.

• Maintains all certifications as required by supervisor.

• Reports kitchen needs and thefts to CDC administration in timely manner.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants

This is a benefited position at 75% FTE. Successful candidate will work 30 hours per week.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 7-1 and Wednesday 6:30 - 12:30 (receives early morning food delivery.) All employees must complete and clear fingerprint and background check for licensed childcare facilities.

Job Open Date 07/03/2024 Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight) Open Until Filled Yes Normal Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Normal Work Hours Start 7:00 a.m. Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri. and 6:30 a.m. on Wed. Normal Work Hours End 1:00 p.m. Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri and 12:30 on Wed. Posting Notices You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application. Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!

• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!

• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program

• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.

• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus

• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/47741