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The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, retain, and advance in employment.



MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND HELP PEOPLE WITH VR
According to the Department of Labor, the unemployment rate for people with disabilities was 12.6% in 2020.  This jobless rate continues to be much higher than the rate for those without disabilities.



PUBLIC SERVICE IN VR IS FOR YOU…
-If you want to find meaningful work and contribute to a powerful mission.  For more than 100 years VR has been helping individuals with disabilities achieve their employment goals!
-If you are looking for career and advancement opportunities.  38% of employees in VR have 15+ years of seniority.  There are various positions with career ladders and opportunities to specialize in areas of interest:  Autism, Blind & Visual Impairments, Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Brain Injury, Foster Youth, Transition Students, Veterans.
-If you need a comprehensive benefits package that offers competitive pay & benefits from health plans, life insurance, retirement programs, paid leave and holidays, and longevity pay.
-If you have direct VR Counseling work experience, receive higher starting salary.
-If you are interested in a flexible work schedule with teleworking as an option.
-If you want to advance your education with our tuition assistance program.
-FREE CEUs to maintain CRC credentials and reimbursement for CRC & LPC renewals.



The mission of the Division for Blind Services (DBS) is to work in partnership with Texans who are blind or visually impaired to reach their goals. The Food Service AM Rounds Cook (Food Service Manager III) is selected by and reports to the Food Service Supervisor. The position is located at 4800 N Lamar Blvd., Austin, Texas. 


You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

Benefits to working for TWC include:
- Competitive starting salary: $3,331.33 - $4,224.00//month
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance - Currently, the state pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. Eligible part-time employees get a 50% state contribution for themselves and 25% for their dependents. Employees pay the remainder of the premium by paycheck deduction before taxes are withheld.
- Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance
- 8 hours' sick leave per month
- 8 hours' vacation leave per month with potential to earn more with longevity
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- Additional benefits for active employees: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.



The Food Service AM Rounds Cook performs highly complex (senior-level) food service work.  Provides services to students and staff that promote the Texas Confidence Builder's philosophy and facilitate empowerment through assisting students to achieve emotional adjustment, mastery of alternative skills, ability to cope with the sighted world and the ability to blend into society. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. 



GENERAL DUTIES:
-performing advanced food preparation work and trains other staff and students in doing the same. 
-assisting supervisor and team leader in training staff on new equipment or procedures. 
-overseeing the work of food service staff; planning, preparing, seasoning, and cooking food; training other staff and students to do the same. 
-ensuring prescribed sanitation and safety rules are maintained and the preparation of reports are completed. 
-maintaining inventories and records of food consumption. 
-making recommendations for improvement of current systems. 
-implementing new food service-related systems and procedures.
-Participates in an extended blindfold-immersion training program.
-Performs related work as assigned.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
-Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is generally preferred plus two years of experience in food service work. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Work hours may vary depending on consumer training needs and could include evenings and weekends. The ideal candidate possesses stamina to work standing for the majority of each work shift. 



VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Custodial.pdf



HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.


TWC is not considering applications from persons who require immediate or future sponsorship for an employment visa to maintain work authorization eligibility.


A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.