Food Transporter Cook

Overview

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve.  Every day, we strive to embody our core values:

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion.
• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive.
• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.

Your Mission in Action

The Food Transporter transports meals according to the planned meal schedule and maintains a clean, sanitized, and safe work environment in accordance with Child and Adult Care Food Program, Upbring policies, Minimum Standards for Child-Care Centers, Head Start Performance Standards, other federal, state, county, and local regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assists Cook in meal packing in accordance with schedules and procedures for transportation
• Transport and serve planned meals according to proper preparation methods
• Transport meals in accordance with the Child Adult Food Care Program (CACFP)
• Ensure the proper amount of food is available for teachers and children during scheduled mealtime
• Ensure all areas are clean, safe and properly sanitized and carries trash to outside dumpster for disposal
• Dispose leftovers and assist in managing and maintaining fresh food products
• Comply with the company code of conduct and other applicable regulations and requirements, including Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS), Upbring policies, and procedures, Child Care Minimum Standards, HSPPS regulations and standards, and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and laws
• Always ensure the health and safety of each child in care, and support the overall well-being of children
• Immediately communicate with supervisor all concerns related to child health and safety
• Under the Center Directors’ leadership ensure operations are effectively and efficiently supporting and meeting the health and nutritional needs of the children and center staff
• Maintains assigned agency vehicle(s) using checklist

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent 
• Current Food Handler Certification  
• Valid Texas Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance; ability to meet Agency insurance provider guidelines as an insured and approved driver 
• Familiarity with basic computer skills, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook 

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year experience in the food services industry
• Ability to safely transport and handle food while maintaining quality and temperature standards.
• Working knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures required by city, state, and county health department regulations 
• Bilingual in Spanish and English based on service population 

Travel

• This position may be required to travel locally up to 75%

Perks at Upbring 

• Competitive PTO & paid holidays 
• Health, dental, vision insurance & more  
• 403(b) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Discounted Gym Memberships  

Physical Demands & Work Conditions

• This position requires physical activity such as occasional sitting, frequent standing, and walking.
• This position requires sitting and looking and using a computer for long periods of time
• Position works in a child facility and has constant exposure to children
• Position requires frequent standing, walking, and being mobile to coordinate events
• Lift, push, pull, move up to 25 lbs.

The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus.

Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.