Child Care Cook

Job Title

Child Care Cook

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Center for Young Children

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Child Care Cook, under supervision, provides children a well-balanced, nourishing meal at both breakfast and lunch.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Must follow Child Care Licensing and NAC Standards 

• Prepares meals and snacks in accordance with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and sanitation requirements. 

• Wraps, arranges, and/or packages items to serve to children.  

• Plans and update menus quarterly in accordance with USDA requirements. 

• Ensures USDA food program records are accurate and submitted on time. 

• Maintains adequate inventory levels of groceries and supplies.  

• Maintains a cleanly and orderly kitchen and lunchroom area. 

• Purchases groceries and supplies weekly from local grocery suppliers and stores.  

• Serves meals daily at designated times for each age group.  

• Submit receipts and prepares monthly purchasing report. 

 

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned. 

Minimum Requirements:
Education - High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience - One year of related experience.
Ability to - Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Certificate- Food Manager Certificate

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.