Job Details
Level
Entry
Job Location
Central - Houston, TX
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Travel Percentage
Negligible
Job Shift
Any
Job Category
Entry Level
Description
Catholic Charities is looking for the right people; people who wish to serve their community as a part of a family friendly organization doing good within the Houston-Galveston area. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees. People of all faiths helping people in need.
Join our St. Michael's Home for Children team as a Cook! The Cook prepares and serves food items in accordance with governing standards including but not limited to the City of Houston, ORR, and TDFPS Licensing. Work closely with supervisor to ensure menus are prepared to meet dietary regulations and served as needed. Ensure kitchen operations meet all City/County health and safety requirements. Additionally, Cook is responsible for provide personalized care and services that uphold program policies and procedures in accordance with licensure, ensuring children's rights to a safe, culturally sensitive and age-appropriate environment is in place.
New hires are eligible for a sign-on bonus, which will be paid out in two installments.
The Expertise We Are Looking For
The Expertise We're Looking For

• You have a High School Diploma or GED
• You have three (3) or more years of experience working in a restaurant industry setting.
• You have the Food service manager/handler's certification or must obtain within 90 days of employment
• You are Bilingual in English and Spanish.

The Skills and Assets You Bring, and More

• You have experience and/or knowledge of all food service equipment.
• You have strong verbal and writing skills.
• You have the ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• You have a pleasant disposition and professional demeanor.
• You are able to prioritize work responsibilities, handle multiple tasks, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• You demonstrate knowledge and understanding of professional boundaries with children in care, staff and volunteers.

What you Deliver

• You will prepare and serve meals in accordance with all safe, sanitary, and food-handling practices. Season and cook food according to dietary restrictions identified by appropriate medical personnel and/or Shift Leader, dietician, and recipes. May include weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients using various kitchen utensils and equipment. Observe and test meals to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently using appropriate means and/or tools. Regulate temperatures of ovens, deep fryers, and grills to achieve sufficient temperature for cooking food. Work with SMHC direct care staff to estimate expected food consumption; submit weekly food and kitchen supply orders, receive deliveries, store supplies, and assist with maintaining inventory. Ensure food is appropriately stored and maintained that abides by standards and best practices. Assist with food service and clean-up. Maintain cleanliness in all areas of food preparation and service. Keep valid food handler's permit.
• You will, as needed, during emergencies, crisis, urgent situations, or as a program necessity, assist as Youth Care Worker to maintain ratio. While conducting this role, no cooking/food preparation can occur.
• You will effectively communicate information pertaining to the clients according to the program policies and procedures to ensure quality services and client safety.
• You will maintain confidentiality and continue on-going training compliance in accordance with state regulations and both Catholic Charities and St. Michael's Home for Children requirements. Attend all mandatory meetings and required trainings as needed to maintain full agency, funder and licensure compliance. Assist in the distribution of information to other staff regarding trainings, meetings, etc., duty, and/or responsibility.
• You will perform other duties as required, such as participating in staff retreats, United Way tours, agency and community fairs and speaking engagements. assisting with special organizational projects/events, in order to promote agency programs.

This is a full-time position with a schedule that includes weekends, holidays, and a 24/7 operational environment. Flexibility in working hours and a commitment to being available during non-traditional hours is essential for this role.
Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.
The work you do will help us advocate for the vulnerable among us, a network of support services to people of all ages and from all walks of life and religious backgrounds.