Kitchen Helper
Salary
$28,658.00 Annually
Location
510 S. Salinas Blvd. Donna, TX 78537, TX
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Job Number
2026-03457
Department
Head Start Program
Opening Date
05/18/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Work Hours:
Monday - Friday / 4:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Status:
External Advertisement
Open Positions:
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Grade:
N/A
Advertisement details and/or special instructions:
Applicant is required to provide copies of diplomas and certificates of achievements with application.
General Description
The purpose of this work is to ensure that local, state, federal, and agency regulations in maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen are being implemented.
Examples of Work Performed
Assist in all meal preparation.
Assist in cleaning and sanitizing utensils, dishes and equipment used in food service daily.
Monitor and record temperature of freezers and refrigerators daily.
Monitor and record temperature of meals.
Assist in special diet meal preparation.
Maintain cleanliness of floors and dry storage area daily.
Assist in receiving and storing of food items.
Assist in determining proper portions when cutting and slicing food items for meals.
Assist in discarding trash and boxes in proper receptacles.
Deliver meals to center when food transportation drivers are unavailable.
Must attend all trainings deemed necessary by Executive Director to comply with TDFPS Child Care Minimum Standards and Performance Standards during the summer months.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or Executive Director.
Must comply with Civil Rights Law.
Education and Experience
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Must have automobile and current liability insurance for work related travel.
APPLICANT IS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE COPIES OF DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES OF ACHIEVEMENTS WITH APPLICATION.
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Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
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Are you Bilingual (English/Spanish proficient)?
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Do you have an automobile and current liability insurance for work related travel?
Required Question
Employer Hidalgo County
Address 505 S. McColl Rd., Suite A
Edinburg, Texas, 78539
Phone 956-318-2660
Website https://www.hidalgocounty.us/