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PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information. SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.Enter Crosswalk here: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Custodial.pdfApplicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Performs complex (journey-level) food preparation work. Work involves preparing, seasoning, and cooking food, and maintaining inventories and records of food consumption. May provide guidance to others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use if initiative and independent judgement. ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Assists with preparing, seasoning, and cooking food according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or established standards. 2. Inspects food preparation equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure sanitary conditions meet compliance with health standards and continuous service needed. 3. Perform prepping tasks, mixing cleaning and sanitizing chemicals and other related aspects to prepare dish washing machines for operation. Assists in obtaining and transporting cleaning supplies. 4. Assists in reviewing and planning menus to determine types and quantities of food to be prepared. 5. Ensures that food is maintained at proper serving temperatures. 6. Sets up serving lines and serves food. 7. Reports kitchen equipment in need of repair or replacement. 8. Assists with maintaining an inventory of supplies and prepares requisitions for needed items. Assists with unloading and stocking bulk food products when delivered. 9. Prepares dining area by cleaning tables, utensils, cleaning and serving equipment, dispensers, and all other tasks required for food service activities. 10. Assists in testing and standardizing recipes. 11. Participates with other assigned employees in accomplishing standard and special tasks required to keep the food service area sanitized. Collets and transports trash and other waste materials. 12. May provide guidance to others, as well as assist in making recommendations for improving cooking and kitchen operations. 13. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies. 14. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS: Education Graduation from a standard High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience Minimum of two (2) years experience in food preparation, cooking and baking, and in the use and care of food preparation appliances and equipment. Working knowledge of quantity food preparation techniques and procedures, and of modified and calculated diet preparation methods. Ability to interpret and follow recipes, to analyze problems and recommend solutions, and to provide guidance to others.Substitution Note: Additional work experience of the type described or other related ducation may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis. Licensure and/or Certification If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence. Regulatory Knowledge Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures. Interpersonal Skills Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers. Must demonstrate DPS core values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork. Organizational and Prioritization Skills Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multi-demand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism. Research and Comprehension Must demonstrate ability to quickly and efficiently access relevant information, and be able to utilize and/or present research and conclusions in a clear and concise manner. Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail Must demonstrate an ability to examine data/information, discern variations/similarities, and be able identify trends, relationships and causal factors, as well as grasp issues, draw accurate conclusions, and solve problems. Technology (computers/hardware/software/operating systems) Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), and appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems and be able to learn new software/systems. Confidentiality and Protected Information Must demonstrate an ability to responsibly handle sensitive and confidential information and situations, and adhere to applicable laws/statutes/policies related to access, maintenance and dissemination of information. Safety Must be able to work in safe manner at all times, avoiding shortcuts that have potential adverse results/risks, and must be able to comply with safety standards and best practices. Travel and/or Schedule Availability for after-hour work is required. PHYSICAL and/or ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Environment: Kitchen / Food Service Environment Ambulatory skills, e.g. stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch Hand-eye coordination and arm/hand/finger dexterity; Ability to speak, hear, and exercise visual acuity; Ability to transfer weights of 25 pounds anticipated for this position; Driving requirements: Occasional (5%) State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information: https://www.ers.texas.gov/ A DPS employee who is selected for a position in the same salary group and state title as their current position will be transferred with no salary change. A DPS employee who is selected for a position in their current salary group with a new state title may receive an increase of no more than 3.4% over their current salary regardless of posted salary. Salary is contingent upon qualifications and is subject to salary administration and budgetary restrictions. DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. ONLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. State of Texas retirees may be rehired for full-time, non-commissioned positions only under