Cook

Nature of Work

This position is responsible for the preparation of three meals and snacks per day for residents of a Juvenile Detention Center. This position will operate all food service equipment to include cleanliness of each. This position follows all mandated menus to include any special diets. Assists with paperwork for inspections and nutrition programs. Assists in ordering and receiving of all food service items. Assists in ordering, receiving, storing, and managing the accountability of all food service items. Assists with paperwork for inspections and nutrition programs, maintaining daily and weekly logs according to policy and procedures. This position will have daily contact with the residents of the juvenile facility in which this position works. This position will ensure the timely delivery of meals to ensure the resident population is served. Scheduling will be a priority. Will perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Ability to pass a written test at the eighth grade level.

Experience: One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in large-scale food preparation and serving.

Special Requirements: Applicant must furnish an approved food handler's certificate within seven days after appointment.

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