Cook

Overview

City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is seeking a dedicated Cook to perform complex food preparation work and entry level routine cashier responsibilities. If you are seeking engaging work and want to advance your career, this opportunity may be right for you.

This Cook position offers a competitive pay of $13.38/hour
. We provide great benefits and perks, including paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), life and accidental death & disability insurance, a retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1, 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage, workers compensation, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Additionally, we offer an employee assistance program (EAP), a healthy lifestyle program, and access to Active Edinburg fitness centers.

If this sounds like the right opportunity, apply to join our team today.

About City Of Edinburg

Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city three times by the National Civic League, placing it among outstanding communities in the nation. Our city offers entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, making it a great place to work.

Our employees are valued; we provide competitive compensation, exceptional PTO opportunities, and other benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives. We care about people, including both residents and employees.

As a Cook, you perform complex food preparation work and may have entry level routine cashier responsibilities. Your duties include preparing, seasoning, and cooking food, maintaining inventories and records of food consumption, and compiling and tabulating data. You will inspect food preparation equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure sanitary conditions. You may assist in recommending improvements to cooking and kitchen operations and in reviewing and planning menus to determine types and quantities of food to be prepared.

The role requires strong people skills, problem solving, and a helpful attitude to support the department as needed.

• Required
  
  Education:
  
  High school diploma, GED or equivalency
• Educational Substitute:
  Related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Required
  
  Work Experience:
  
  One (1) to three (3) years' experience in restaurant food preparation and cashiering responsibilities
• Able to obtain Food Handler's permit
• Must have a current and valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Are you someone who prefers hands-on work? Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might be perfect for this Cook job!

Ready to join our team? If you have the right skills to succeed as our Cook, apply now using our mobile-friendly application.

Location:

78541

Applicants will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete or inaccurate information, or failure to report information, will result in rejection from consideration.

Applicants must also take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.

Salary: $13.38 per hour

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