Cook County Probation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers): Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources.

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

• Prepares meals for detainees and on-duty detention.

• Ensures kitchen and dining area are clean at all times.

• Orders, receives and maintains inventory of food, supplies, and equipment.

• Plans and revises menus. Prepares and maintains appropriate documentation for National School Lunch Program.

• Ensures compliance with local Health Department Regulations and Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) health standards and regulations.

• Maintains records of meals and of freezer.

• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED.

• Working knowledge of federal nutritional and dietary guidelines.

• Two years job experience as a commercial establishment cook (residential supervision preferred).

• Good computer skills; strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public and other employees.

• Valid Texas Driver's License.

• Must be 21 years of age or older.

• Eligible to obtain Food Handler Certificate.

• Must be able to lift and stock approximately 40 pounds.

• Will be required to fill in as needed for full-time staff and some holidays.

SALARY: Part-Time, $20.28 per hour, up to 24 hours per week, weekends and some holidays

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

An applicant may not have any of the following disqualifying criminal history:

1) A felony conviction against the laws of this state, another state, or the United States within the past 10 years; a deferred adjudication for a felony against the laws of this state, another state, or the United States within the past 10 years or current felony probation or parole.

2) A jailable misdemeanor conviction against the laws of this state, another state or the United States within the past 5 years; a deferred adjudication for a jailable misdemeanor against the laws of this state, another state, or the United States within the past 5 years or current misdemeanor probation or parole.

3) Registered as a sex offender under Chapter 62, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply
Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.