TPWD - Cook I (00055017)

Organization: Parks and Wildlife Department

Primary Location: Texas-Fort Davis

Work Locations: SP-Davis Mountains SP, TX Hwy 118N Park Road 3, PO Box 1707, Fort Davis, TX 79734

General Description

Under the direction of the Black Bear Restaurant management at Indian Lodge this position performs routine (journey-level) food preparation work. Cooks food menu items when orders are received. Cleans kitchen, walk-ins and work areas. Studies cooking and kitchen operations to identify areas in need of correction or improvement and makes recommendations for improving operating efficiency. Reports kitchen equipment in need of repair or replacement. Maintains inventory of food and supplies and prepares requisitions for needed items as appropriate. Completes daily reports. May assist in other areas such as housekeeping, maintenance or groundskeeping. Works under limited supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of 8th grade
• Six months of experience in food preparation in a full-service restaurant
• Valid state driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Valid Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• One year of relevant experience
• Valid Food Handler Certification