Cook ORR at Upbring in Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Description:

Overview

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values:

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion.
• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive.
• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.

What You'll Do As A Cook

The primary job duty of the Cook is to prep, prepare, and serve meals according to the planned meal schedule and maintain a clean, sanitized, and safe work environment in accordance with Agency policies, licensing standards, and other federal, state, county, and local regulatory requirements.

Our Upbring staff members are servant-leaders in the pursuit of breaking the cycle of child abuse and empowering others to do the same through example while embodying our core values: We are Warriors. We are Servants. We are Family.

Responsibilities

We Are Warriors | We Set the Standards for Child Welfare

Cook Work Standards

• Prep, prepare, and serve planned meals according to proper preparation methods
• Prepare meals and delivery of meals in accordance with the National School Lunch Program (NSLP); use proper tools and methods to calibrate thermometers prior to the start of meal preparation
• Ensure the proper amount of food is available for scheduled meal service
• Monitor all cooking, storage, and working areas to ensure they are safe and properly sanitized
• Properly dispose of refuse; assist with the management of maintaining fresh food products
• Put away and properly store and stock food items and supplies upon delivery
• Strip, wash, and sanitize cooking equipment, dishes, and utensils and per department standards and put away in proper place daily; ensure all kitchen areas, dishes, and related equipment is cleaned and sanitized after each shift; use cleaning products as prescribed and in accordance to safety guidelines
• Ensure all kitchen and related equipment is cleaned, sanitized, and is always good operating condition
• All other duties and special projects as assigned

We Are Servants | We Help Others

Teamwork

• Assist other kitchen staff with the serving of meals; control portions to eliminate waste and leftovers; properly label, date, and store leftovers
• Assist the Kitchen Manager with maintaining an appropriate food supply (inventory), making shopping lists and meal planning
• Assist with making a shopping list and shopping of needed food items and supplies
• Report any problems or issues with youth or safety and sanitization concerns to the Kitchen Manager in a timely manner
• Under the supervision of the Kitchen Manager ensure operations are effectively and efficiently supporting and meeting the health and nutritional needs of the residents and the program is meeting established goals and objectives

We Are Family | We Are Passionate & Compassionate

Building Relationships

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with management, staff, other departments (programs), volunteers, and vendors to ensure the program is meeting the needs of the residents and the program is providing a quality food service program
• Work as a team player and exhibit professional behavior and a positive attitude with both internal and external clients that reflects positively on the Agency and is consistent with Agency policies and practices
• Actively participate in exhibiting cultural awareness and sensitivity when interacting with children, parent(s)/guardian(s), staff, and the community

Qualifications

Cook Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Current Food Manager’s permit/certification OR Food Handler’s permit/certification if a current kitchen staff member holds a Food Manager permit/certification
• Prior food services or kitchen experience
• Working knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures required by city, state, and county health department regulations
• Strong people and interpersonal skills with the ability to work diverse groups of people

Cook Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months to 1-year prior experience in food service or kitchen experience

Perks at Upbring

• Competitive PTO & paid holidays
• Health, dental, vision insurance & more!
• 403(b) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 24/7 access to telemedicine and counseling services
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Donated Leave Program

Physical Demands & Work Conditions for a Cook

• This position requires constant bending, kneeling, twisting, stretching, and reaching, frequent walking, sitting, and standing for long periods of time.
• Position works in a child facility and will have constant exposure to children
• Lift, push, pull, move up to 100 lbs.

The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus.

Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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