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Cook

State of Michigan
State of Michigan Salary
Muskegon, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026
Job Description

This position functions as a lead worker and oversees prisoner workers in the preparation and service of meals for prisoners and staff in a correctional facility using MDOC standardized processes, recipes, menus and reports.

Position Description

Required Education And Experience

Education

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

Two years of experience in quantity cooking and food preparation, including one year equivalent to a Cook E6.

Additional Requirements And Information

MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.

The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.

New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification. All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.

View The Entire Job Specification At

https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/C/Cook.pdf

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

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