TPWD - Cook II (Cook)

Job Description

Job Description

TPWD MISSION

To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

HIRING CONTACT: Torrey Bonham, 432-249-1152, [email protected]

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Black Bear Restaurant at Indian Lodge, Tx Hwy 118 Park Rd 3, Fort Davis, TX 79734

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Black Bear Restaurant management at Indian Lodge this position performs complex (journey-level) food preparation work. Cooks food menu items when orders are received and prepares food for large group meals. Cleans kitchen, walk-ins, and work areas. Identifies areas in need of correction or improvement and makes recommendations for enhancement of operating efficiency. Reports on kitchen equipment in need of repair or replacement. Maintains inventory of food and supplies and prepares requisitions for needed items as appropriate. Completes daily reports. May provide guidance to others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience:

One year of experience in food preparation in a full-service restaurant, cooking for menu preparation, and groups.

Licensure:

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid State driver's license.

Must have or be able to obtain within thirty days of employment a valid Food Handler Certification recognized by the Texas Department of State Health Services.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure:

A valid/current Department of State Health Services Food Handler Certificate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of restaurant operation, including quantity food preparation techniques and procedures.

Knowledge of health and safety regulations, proper food temperatures, and safe food handling techniques.

Knowledge of ordering inventory of grocery supplies.

Knowledge of cooking and baking.

Knowledge of basic mathematics.

Knowledge of modified and calculated diet preparation methods.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in use and care of food preparation appliances and equipment.

Skill in planning and providing guidance in reference to the work of others.

Skill in training others.

Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.

Ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions.

Ability to maintain inventory of food items and grocery supplies and to place orders, as needed.

Ability to interpret and follow recipes.

Ability to accurately follow instructions.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 20 lbs.

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work in a public hotel-type facility.

Required to work 40 hours per week includes various schedules, with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, including the potential to work split shifts.

Required to adjust to changing schedules.

Required to work overtime, as necessary.

Required to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 20 lbs.

Must conform to agency work rules, safety procedures, and dress and grooming standards.

May be required to operate a State vehicle.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attached RÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes:

• Job title,
• Employer name,
• Dates of employment (month/year),
• If employment is less than full-time status, indicate part-time in the work history section or résumé, and
• Description of duties performed.
  NOTE: Volunteer experience may be counted toward required experience.

IMPORTANT:

• College Transcripts: If education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of the college transcript(s) issued by the registrar must be provided at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted in the posting).
• `N/A'may be entered in fields that are not applicable.
• Omission of required information may result in disqualification.

Work In Texas (WIT) Applicants:

• WIT applicants must complete the supplemental questions in the CAPPS Candidate Gateway to be considered.
• To complete these questions, log in to CAPPS Candidate Gateway .
• If you need assistance creating a résumé, please refer to the `Create a Résumé'link for Job Seekers on the Work In Texas website .

If the required information and attachments are not submitted as noted above, your application will be considered incomplete.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return-to-Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:

If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted . If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/ .

Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:

Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).

Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty- Marriage Certificate and copy of spouses active-duty military orders.

Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household- Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating.

Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.

*More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Closing Date/Time: 2026-10-05