What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook-On-Call position at COUNTY OF BROWN?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Performs quantity cooking, baking and food preparation
in an institutional setting for patients, residents, and employees. In
some cases, may instruct and observe other food service workers in food
preparation. Essential Duties Uses proper food handling techniques to
prepare, wash, trim, cook and season food items for each meal in
accordance with standardized recipes. Prepares and bakes rolls, pies,
cookies, biscuits, desserts, and other dishes in large quantities
according to standardized recipes. Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams
meat, fish, poultry and other foods. Prepares entrees, vegetables and
salads. Reviews menus, production sheets, and recipes to determine type
and quantity of meats, vegetables, soups, salads, and desserts to be
prepared; requisitions and portions food from refrigerators, freezers,
and storerooms and plans schedule to ensure food will be ready for meal
times. Confers with Nutritional Services Manager regarding modified diet
preparation. Processes coverage for absent employees. Tests food by
looking at it, tasting, and smelling it,as well as by obtaining
temperature to determine completeness. Portions food for individual
servings and prepares or directsdistribution of food to tray line and
household serving. Serves food on tray line and nursing home, portioning
according to menu and orders for clients and residents. Monitors heat
controls and timers on ovens, steamers, etc., as required. Measures and
mixes ingredients according to recipes. Maintains proper temperature and
handling of both hot and cold foods; documents food temperatures.
Collects meal tickets and maintains documentation in accordance with
departmental standards. Maintains safety, cleanliness, care and order of
work areas, dishes, and equipment in department. Reports repair and
maintenance needs to the Nutritional Services Manager or Food Service
Supervisor. Complies with and monitors safety and quality assurance
standards within the department. Maintains the confidential nature of
patient, resident, and business information. Relates to patients and
residents when appropriate in a therapeutic manner. Assists with
training of new staff. Attends staff meetings, attends in-service and
training sessions; completes online training courses. Completes and
maintains necessary documentation according to applicable requirements,
codes and policies. Completes all assigned cleaning duties in a timely
and efficient manner. Interacts with team members in an appropriate and
respectful manner. Assists food service supervisor in ordering produce
and dairy items. Perform related functions as assigned. Brown County is
an E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) Monitor and record food temperatures to ensure
food safety. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge
of quantity food production, baking principles, portion control,
standardized recipe use, high quality food standards and standard
measurements. Knowledge of scoop sizes and other standardized
measurement tools. Ability to completed food measurement conversions to
modify recipes to prevent food waste. Knowledge of hygiene and sanitary
regulations governing the handling, preparation and serving of food.
Knowledge of hazards while working with kitchen equipment and chemicals
in the work environment. Ability to estimate food needs and requisition
food accordingly. Ability to withstand temperature changes in the work
environment. Ability to interact with clients in a therapeutic manner.
Ability to organize and plan activities. Ability to understand and carry
out policies and procedures. Ability to follow oral and written
instructions. Ability to establish and ma ntain effective working
relationships with staff and the public. Ability to communicate
effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to meet time schedules.
Ability to be on feet for 10 hours per day. Ability to work the required
hours of the position. Lifting 75 pounds maximum with the assistance of
another person, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects
weighing up to 50 pounds. Extended periods of standing; intermittent
sitting and walking. Using hand(s) for repetitive single grasping, fine
manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating controls. Frequent
bending, twisting, squatting, reaching and pushing; occasional climbing
and grappling. Communicating orally in a clear manner. Distinguishing
sounds at various frequencies and volumes. Distinguishing people,
objects or injuries at varied distances under a variety of light
conditions. Withstanding temperature changes in the work place. Must be
free from communicable disease. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
in an institutional setting for patients, residents, and employees. In
some cases, may instruct and observe other food service workers in food
preparation. Essential Duties Uses proper food handling techniques to
prepare, wash, trim, cook and season food items for each meal in
accordance with standardized recipes. Prepares and bakes rolls, pies,
cookies, biscuits, desserts, and other dishes in large quantities
according to standardized recipes. Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams
meat, fish, poultry and other foods. Prepares entrees, vegetables and
salads. Reviews menus, production sheets, and recipes to determine type
and quantity of meats, vegetables, soups, salads, and desserts to be
prepared; requisitions and portions food from refrigerators, freezers,
and storerooms and plans schedule to ensure food will be ready for meal
times. Confers with Nutritional Services Manager regarding modified diet
preparation. Processes coverage for absent employees. Tests food by
looking at it, tasting, and smelling it,as well as by obtaining
temperature to determine completeness. Portions food for individual
servings and prepares or directsdistribution of food to tray line and
household serving. Serves food on tray line and nursing home, portioning
according to menu and orders for clients and residents. Monitors heat
controls and timers on ovens, steamers, etc., as required. Measures and
mixes ingredients according to recipes. Maintains proper temperature and
handling of both hot and cold foods; documents food temperatures.
Collects meal tickets and maintains documentation in accordance with
departmental standards. Maintains safety, cleanliness, care and order of
work areas, dishes, and equipment in department. Reports repair and
maintenance needs to the Nutritional Services Manager or Food Service
Supervisor. Complies with and monitors safety and quality assurance
standards within the department. Maintains the confidential nature of
patient, resident, and business information. Relates to patients and
residents when appropriate in a therapeutic manner. Assists with
training of new staff. Attends staff meetings, attends in-service and
training sessions; completes online training courses. Completes and
maintains necessary documentation according to applicable requirements,
codes and policies. Completes all assigned cleaning duties in a timely
and efficient manner. Interacts with team members in an appropriate and
respectful manner. Assists food service supervisor in ordering produce
and dairy items. Perform related functions as assigned. Brown County is
an E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) Monitor and record food temperatures to ensure
food safety. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge
of quantity food production, baking principles, portion control,
standardized recipe use, high quality food standards and standard
measurements. Knowledge of scoop sizes and other standardized
measurement tools. Ability to completed food measurement conversions to
modify recipes to prevent food waste. Knowledge of hygiene and sanitary
regulations governing the handling, preparation and serving of food.
Knowledge of hazards while working with kitchen equipment and chemicals
in the work environment. Ability to estimate food needs and requisition
food accordingly. Ability to withstand temperature changes in the work
environment. Ability to interact with clients in a therapeutic manner.
Ability to organize and plan activities. Ability to understand and carry
out policies and procedures. Ability to follow oral and written
instructions. Ability to establish and ma ntain effective working
relationships with staff and the public. Ability to communicate
effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to meet time schedules.
Ability to be on feet for 10 hours per day. Ability to work the required
hours of the position. Lifting 75 pounds maximum with the assistance of
another person, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects
weighing up to 50 pounds. Extended periods of standing; intermittent
sitting and walking. Using hand(s) for repetitive single grasping, fine
manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating controls. Frequent
bending, twisting, squatting, reaching and pushing; occasional climbing
and grappling. Communicating orally in a clear manner. Distinguishing
sounds at various frequencies and volumes. Distinguishing people,
objects or injuries at varied distances under a variety of light
conditions. Withstanding temperature changes in the work place. Must be
free from communicable disease. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty