Part Time Cook, Grant Funded, Head Start

Part Time Cook, Grant Funded, Head Start

Salary

$13.59 Hourly

Location

5904 West Drive Unit 6 & 7 Laredo, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

FY25-00293

Department

Head Start

Opening Date

07/13/2026

Closing Date

7/18/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

The employee is under the supervision of the Nutrition Coordinator. This position is responsible for

assisting in the preparation of daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and snacks) for Head Start children,

staff, and parent volunteers.

Major Duties

• Will assist in overall food preparation.
• Will assist in cleaning the kitchen.
• Will follow all hygiene/safety standards (local, state, and Federal).
• Must pack food and utensils in transportation containers.
• Must keep a daily count of food inventory.
• Will perform other related duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to read the menu.
• Must be in good physical and mental health.
• Must have a personality that is conducive to working with co-workers.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must have at least one ( 1 ) year of working experience in food preparation in a restaurant or school setting.
• Must be bilingual (English and Spanish).

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Occasionally

• Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 45 pounds in all directions.
• Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business.
• Working in low temperatures.
• Working in high temperatures.
• Working in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Working in small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Working in adverse environmental conditions is expected.

Constantly

• Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
• Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.

Other Requirements/Information

• Must possess a valid and current Texas drivers license.
• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
• This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply.

Valid Texas Driver's License*

• If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment.

Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.

Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.

https://www.webbcountytx.gov/RiskManagement/EmployeeBenefits/

The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Wellness Program

• Life Insurance

• Ancillary products

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Employee Clinic*

• Vacation and sick leave

• Accrual rates increase based on years of service

• Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays

• Retirement benefits (TCDRS)

• Available to ALL employees

Available to Permanent Part-Time employees

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than High School
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Some College Hours
• Vocational Certificate
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctoral Degree or higher

02

Do you have at least one ( 1 ) year of work experience in food preparation in a restaurant or school setting?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid and current Texas drivers license or an out-of-state drivers license?

• Yes, I have a valid and current Texas drivers license or an out-of-state drivers license.
• No, I do not have a valid or current Texas drivers license or out-of-state drivers license.

04

Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)

• Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire.
• No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.

Required Question

Employer Webb County (TX)

Address 1110 Washington Street

Suite 204

Laredo, Texas, 78040