Part Time Cook, Grant Funded, Head Start

Posting number: FY25-00293

Department: Head Start

Job classification: Part Time Cook, GRANT FUNDED, Head Start

Posting type: Open

Categories: Food Services

Summary

The employee is under the supervision of the Nutrition Coordinator. This position is responsible for
assisting in the preparation of daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and snacks) for Head Start children,
staff, and parent volunteers.

Examples of duties

• Will assist in overall food preparation.
• Will assist in cleaning the kitchen.
• Will follow all hygiene/safety standards (local, state, and Federal).
• Must pack food and utensils in transportation containers.
• Must keep a daily count of food inventory.
• Will perform other related duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to read the menu.
• Must be in good physical and mental health.
• Must have a personality that is conducive to working with co-workers.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language. 

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must have at least one ( 1 ) year of working experience in food preparation in a restaurant or school setting.
• Must be bilingual (English and Spanish).

Supplemental information

Physical Demands/Work Environment
Occasionally

• Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 45 pounds in all directions.
• Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business.
• Working in low temperatures.
• Working in high temperatures.
• Working in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Working in small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Working in adverse environmental conditions is expected.

Constantly

• Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
• Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.

Other Requirements/Information

• Must possess a valid and current Texas driver's license.
• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
• This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply.

Valid Texas Driver’s License*
*If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver’s License must be obtained prior to employment.