Learning Care Group
Houston, Texas
Daycare Cook (Food Specialist)- Benmar Dr/ Houston Share by Email Share on LinkedIn Share on Twitter (\_campaign=ss\_tw&related=) Share on Facebook Apply () + Brand: La Petite Academy + Location: 225 Benmar Dr Houston, TX + Requisition ID: 172676 + Date Posted: 3/7/2024 Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for: + You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more. + You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off. + You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program. + You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated. This is more than just a daycare job. It's a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive-and play-every day. Working at a childcare center is something special. The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation for the school's enrolled children. This role should be able to adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules. As a Food Specialist, you will be: + At home in the kitchen! Create home-style, nutritional meal plans in the boundaries of their school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements. Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms. + Focused on health and safety! Follow the daily menu provided by the Director which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations. + Organized! Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed. + Helpful! Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater. Job Requirements: + Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility, preferred. + A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations. + Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work. Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
Daycare Cook (Food Specialist)- Benmar Dr/ Houston Share by Email Share on LinkedIn Share on Twitter (\_campaign=ss\_tw&related=) Share on Facebook Apply () + Brand: La Petite Academy + Location: 225 Benmar Dr Houston, TX + Requisition ID: 172676 + Date Posted: 3/7/2024 Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for: + You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more. + You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off. + You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program. + You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated. This is more than just a daycare job. It's a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive-and play-every day. Working at a childcare center is something special. The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation for the school's enrolled children. This role should be able to adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules. As a Food Specialist, you will be: + At home in the kitchen! Create home-style, nutritional meal plans in the boundaries of their school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements. Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms. + Focused on health and safety! Follow the daily menu provided by the Director which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations. + Organized! Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed. + Helpful! Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater. Job Requirements: + Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility, preferred. + A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations. + Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work. Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
Houston Methodist
Baytown, Texas
At Houston Methodist, the Steward position is responsible for completing general cleaning and assigned work in the central kitchen dish room and patient tray line during meal service times, as assigned. This position performs duties related to dishwashing and sanitation of equipment, patient tray components and pot washing, as assigned. This position communicates with peers and management regarding identified hazards in the work place, following correct procedures in cleaning of equipment and sanitation of work areas, along with special cleaning as assigned. This position must be able to adapt to fast-paced environment, follows all departmental policies and procedures and complies with relevant local Food Ordinances. The Steward position may be asked to assist in other food and nutrition service areas, as needed. Requirements: PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responds positively to requests for assistance from customers, employees and visitors, using clear and professional communication to facilitate problem resolution. Responds to customer satisfaction, both urgent and routine requests, within established guidelines of the department. Escalates customer's complaints to Supervisor/Manager. Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution. Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity and inclusion principles. Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Works various stations during the dishwashing operation (unloads food trucks, sorts, rinses, racks the tray components, loads and unloads the dish machine). Transports clean tray components to the designated areas throughout the central kitchen Washes and sanitizes the equipment, floor and walls in the dish room and adjoining areas in the kitchen. Transports trash, garbage, cardboard and supplies to assigned areas. Works in the pot room washing pots as assigned, both manually and by machine, in accordance with established procedures. Serves patient trays efficiently, accurately and neatly. Follows proper procedure in loading and transporting of food trucks. Transports food carts and supplies to and from the kitchen. Assembles trays for patients on the Patient Tray line as needed. Plates established portions of foods as indicated on the patient's menu. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Follows correct procedures in cleaning of equipment and sanitation throughout the kitchen. Cleans carts, equipment, walls, sweeps and mops floors and does special cleaning as assigned. Complies with standards of all regulatory agencies such as local Health Department, Texas Department of Health, federal and state regulatory agencies, Hospital Quality Management committee and safety regulations. Reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Practices good cost control through the proper supplies and equipment. Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. Qualifications: EDUCATION High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) preferred WORK EXPERIENCE One year experience in food service or housekeeping preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED Food Handlers Permit Accredited food handler training course approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TXDSHS) or by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles Working knowledge of Serve Safe guidelines and Health department standards Knowledge of kitchen/food service equipment and sanitation principles Demonstrates active listening skills, giving full attention to what other people are saying SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform Yes Scrubs No Business professional No Other (department approved) Yes ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. On Call No TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No Company Profile: Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital, located 35 miles southeast of Houston, is the area's only full-service hospital offering specialized medical care for patients at every stage in life. Houston Methodist Baytown houses 226 operating beds, with 15 operating rooms and more than 1,700 employees. The hospital brings Texas Medical Center excellence and quality care close to East Harris and surrounding counties. Equal Employment Opportunity Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
At Houston Methodist, the Steward position is responsible for completing general cleaning and assigned work in the central kitchen dish room and patient tray line during meal service times, as assigned. This position performs duties related to dishwashing and sanitation of equipment, patient tray components and pot washing, as assigned. This position communicates with peers and management regarding identified hazards in the work place, following correct procedures in cleaning of equipment and sanitation of work areas, along with special cleaning as assigned. This position must be able to adapt to fast-paced environment, follows all departmental policies and procedures and complies with relevant local Food Ordinances. The Steward position may be asked to assist in other food and nutrition service areas, as needed. Requirements: PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responds positively to requests for assistance from customers, employees and visitors, using clear and professional communication to facilitate problem resolution. Responds to customer satisfaction, both urgent and routine requests, within established guidelines of the department. Escalates customer's complaints to Supervisor/Manager. Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution. Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity and inclusion principles. Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Works various stations during the dishwashing operation (unloads food trucks, sorts, rinses, racks the tray components, loads and unloads the dish machine). Transports clean tray components to the designated areas throughout the central kitchen Washes and sanitizes the equipment, floor and walls in the dish room and adjoining areas in the kitchen. Transports trash, garbage, cardboard and supplies to assigned areas. Works in the pot room washing pots as assigned, both manually and by machine, in accordance with established procedures. Serves patient trays efficiently, accurately and neatly. Follows proper procedure in loading and transporting of food trucks. Transports food carts and supplies to and from the kitchen. Assembles trays for patients on the Patient Tray line as needed. Plates established portions of foods as indicated on the patient's menu. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Follows correct procedures in cleaning of equipment and sanitation throughout the kitchen. Cleans carts, equipment, walls, sweeps and mops floors and does special cleaning as assigned. Complies with standards of all regulatory agencies such as local Health Department, Texas Department of Health, federal and state regulatory agencies, Hospital Quality Management committee and safety regulations. Reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Practices good cost control through the proper supplies and equipment. Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. Qualifications: EDUCATION High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) preferred WORK EXPERIENCE One year experience in food service or housekeeping preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED Food Handlers Permit Accredited food handler training course approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TXDSHS) or by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles Working knowledge of Serve Safe guidelines and Health department standards Knowledge of kitchen/food service equipment and sanitation principles Demonstrates active listening skills, giving full attention to what other people are saying SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform Yes Scrubs No Business professional No Other (department approved) Yes ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. On Call No TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No Company Profile: Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital, located 35 miles southeast of Houston, is the area's only full-service hospital offering specialized medical care for patients at every stage in life. Houston Methodist Baytown houses 226 operating beds, with 15 operating rooms and more than 1,700 employees. The hospital brings Texas Medical Center excellence and quality care close to East Harris and surrounding counties. Equal Employment Opportunity Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.