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Facility Cook (Corpus Christi, Tx)
CENIKOR FOUNDATION INC
Occupation: Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria
Location: Corpus Christi, TX - 78408
Positions available: 1
Job #: 16904249
Source: WorkInTexas
Posted: 8/8/2025
Updated: 8/11/2025
Expires: 12/31/2025
Web Site: WorkInTexas
Onsite / Remote: Work onsite all of the time
Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift
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Work Onsite
Full Time
Experience
12 Month(s)
Schedule
Full Time
Job Type
Regular
Duration
Permanent Employment
Shift
Day Shift
Public Transit
Available
Benefits
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Cenikor's Value Proposition - What's Your Why?
PURPOSE in your work - service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being fulfilled at work. See how we served last year.
COMPETITIVE PAY, BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF, TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, up to 10% 401K and BONUSES - we hire and reward high performers.
Benefits for full-time team members include Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, LTD, STD, Accident, Critical Illness, HRA/FSA
STABILITY and GROWTH - more than 55 years in business - our strong financial processes support our drive to serve more people and ensure stability for our team members.
CONTINUOUS LEARNING and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - we are committed to developing our leaders in their desired career path and promoting from within. We have Cenikor Career Pathways Program that you can join after 90 days of employment. We also have an annual leadership development program with assigned mentors to help you achieve your professional goals. More than 25% of our total employees have been promoted the last 4 years.
STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS - The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) forgives your qualified student loans if working for a non-profit for a specific period of time. Find out more here.
The work we do isn't easy. If you like purposeful hard work, serving others and having FUN with your team while achieving goals, Cenikor will be the right place for you!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Prepare meals for clients as scheduled.
Follow all health codes pertaining to sanitation and safety, including but not limited to how to properly prepare food to avoid food-borne illnesses, cleanliness of work area and cooking utensils, and personal grooming.
Maintain kitchen inventory, ordering appropriate amounts to make sure necessary ingredients are always on hand without any going to waste, and ensuring everything is stored properly for safety and space efficiency.
Organize kitchen schedules, plan regular duties such as cleaning, designing menus and making sure cooking activities are coordinated.
Must understand how to use kitchen equipment, be able to retain certain recipes to ensure consistency, and know how to cook in bulk and maintain portion control without generating waste.
Maintain strict confidentiality on all client and foundation matters and refer questionable issues to your supervisor.
Perform additional duties as assigned and consistent with the non-exempt functions as defined in this job description.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:
Schedule: Part time Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays (various shifts)
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.
Commitment to quality service.
Must be able to maintain professional boundaries with clients.
Ability to take direction and work in a team environment.
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated, and organized.
Presents a professional, positive image.
Good ethical and business standards.
Possess good oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software preferred, including specific MS Outlook calendar experience.
Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor's Culture:
Demonstrate mission of service to our clients
Positive, respectful communication with both staff and clients
Demonstrate self-motivation and perseverance to achieve goals
Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate client boundaries
Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success
Education:
High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 1-year experience with food preparation required.
Licensure Required:
Food handlers permit required.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
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Position range in Nueces County $11.04 - $14.36 Per hour
Facility Cook (Corpus Christi, Tx)
CENIKOR FOUNDATION INC
Occupation: Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria
Location: Corpus Christi, TX - 78408
Positions available: 1
Job #: 16904249
Source: WorkInTexas
Posted: 8/8/2025
Updated: 8/11/2025
Expires: 12/31/2025
Web Site: WorkInTexas
Onsite / Remote: Work onsite all of the time
Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift
Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window.
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window.
Work Onsite
Full Time
Experience
12 Month(s)
Schedule
Full Time
Job Type
Regular
Duration
Permanent Employment
Shift
Day Shift
Public Transit
Available
Benefits
Help for . Opens a new window.
Help for . Opens a new window.
Cenikor's Value Proposition - What's Your Why?
PURPOSE in your work - service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being fulfilled at work. See how we served last year.
COMPETITIVE PAY, BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF, TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, up to 10% 401K and BONUSES - we hire and reward high performers.
Benefits for full-time team members include Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, LTD, STD, Accident, Critical Illness, HRA/FSA
STABILITY and GROWTH - more than 55 years in business - our strong financial processes support our drive to serve more people and ensure stability for our team members.
CONTINUOUS LEARNING and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - we are committed to developing our leaders in their desired career path and promoting from within. We have Cenikor Career Pathways Program that you can join after 90 days of employment. We also have an annual leadership development program with assigned mentors to help you achieve your professional goals. More than 25% of our total employees have been promoted the last 4 years.
STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS - The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) forgives your qualified student loans if working for a non-profit for a specific period of time. Find out more here.
The work we do isn't easy. If you like purposeful hard work, serving others and having FUN with your team while achieving goals, Cenikor will be the right place for you!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Prepare meals for clients as scheduled.
Follow all health codes pertaining to sanitation and safety, including but not limited to how to properly prepare food to avoid food-borne illnesses, cleanliness of work area and cooking utensils, and personal grooming.
Maintain kitchen inventory, ordering appropriate amounts to make sure necessary ingredients are always on hand without any going to waste, and ensuring everything is stored properly for safety and space efficiency.
Organize kitchen schedules, plan regular duties such as cleaning, designing menus and making sure cooking activities are coordinated.
Must understand how to use kitchen equipment, be able to retain certain recipes to ensure consistency, and know how to cook in bulk and maintain portion control without generating waste.
Maintain strict confidentiality on all client and foundation matters and refer questionable issues to your supervisor.
Perform additional duties as assigned and consistent with the non-exempt functions as defined in this job description.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:
Schedule: Part time Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays (various shifts)
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.
Commitment to quality service.
Must be able to maintain professional boundaries with clients.
Ability to take direction and work in a team environment.
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated, and organized.
Presents a professional, positive image.
Good ethical and business standards.
Possess good oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software preferred, including specific MS Outlook calendar experience.
Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor's Culture:
Demonstrate mission of service to our clients
Positive, respectful communication with both staff and clients
Demonstrate self-motivation and perseverance to achieve goals
Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate client boundaries
Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success
Education:
High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 1-year experience with food preparation required.
Licensure Required:
Food handlers permit required.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window.
Job ID: 489259169
Originally Posted on: 8/13/2025
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