Culinary Specialist

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Supports new police officers’ basic training throughout their approximately 24-week residential academy (Mon-Fri). There are two separate classes a year, a spring class and a fall class. This position is responsible for planning and preparing meals for trainees throughout the week and for special events.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Planning:

• Strictly adhere to approved menu options and ordering guidelines
• Document all meal plans weekly for review by the Academy Administration
• Limit food waste

Documentation and Communication:

• Maintain records of all purchases and submit to the Academy Administration
• Keep the Academy administration informed of needs and concerns arising in the kitchen
• Act as a point of contact with vendors and help facilitate food ordering
• Be able to direct and mentor members of the class who are assigned to assist in the kitchen with final food preparation, serving, and cleanup

Culinary Skills:

• Adequately prepare and feed approximately 30-40 adults 3 meals a day that satisfy nutritional requirements similar to those of athletes in training
• Oversee daily maintenance tasks in the kitchen to ensure appliances and serving areas are clean, functioning, and meet Department of Health standards

Teamwork:

• Be able to work in a small team environment with the understanding that all tasks directly impact the overall success of the officers throughout their Academy experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of food service principles, practices, processes, and techniques involved in food preparation activities.
• Knowledge of the materials, methods, and equipment used in large-volume food preparation.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitary procedures pertinent to cooking, food preparation, storage, equipment, and handling.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping.
• Knowledge of menu planning.
• Skill in the operation of kitchen equipment.
• Skill in cooking complete meals with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to instruct recruits engaged in cooking and routine kitchen work.
• Ability to work from a menu in the preparation of meals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with recruits, vendors, State agency personnel, and subordinates.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months’ experience in institutional/commercial cooking and baking.
• Six months’ experience in proper safety, storage and sanitation standards for food items.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of employment. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. A satisfactory criminal and comprehensive background check is required as a condition of employment

Please note: This is a casual/seasonal position; therefore, there are no other benefits.

APPLICATIONS:

For a complete job description and to apply online, visit our website at  

https://www.jobaps.com/DSP/

ACCOMMODATIONS:

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458 TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

*The State of Delaware - An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer*