Cook 1

Phoenix, AZ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $22,391.00 - $46,365.28

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability

Paid holidays

Vacation Time

Job Description

The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC) is a state government agency dedicated to making Arizona's communities safer by delivering effective rehabilitative services to the young people entrusted to its care. ADJC emphasizes an evidence-based approach to rehabilitation, aiming to enhance the well-being of youth, equipping them with essential skills and resources needed for successful reintegration into society. The department operates secure facilities throughout Arizona and is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for adjudicated youth.

One of the key locations within ADJC is Adobe Mountain School, situated at 2800 W. Pinnacle Peak Road in Phoenix, Arizona. Thi... Show More

Job Requirements

Food experience with knowledge of food preparation from scratch including soups, sauces, stocks, gravy and plate presentation
possession of current valid Maricopa County food handler’s permit at time of employment
pass comprehensive background check, behavioral assessment, drug screening and pre-placement physical examination
no felony convictions
valid class-appropriate driver’s license if driving is required
successful completion of Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)
acceptable performance history for current State of Arizona employees
willingness to learn federal, state, and agency rules and regulations
ability to work closely with adjudicated youth in secure institutional settings

Job Qualifications

Experience working with adult or juvenile populations
knowledge of food service sanitation regulations and safety codes
ability to manage food production in a large scale kitchen
competent use of computers
skilled in basic math
knowledge of National School Lunch/Breakfast Program requirements
experience with security practices including therapeutic crisis intervention and restraints
ability to follow agency policies and procedures
ability to write reports and maintain logs
knowledge of vocational and educational program requirements
preferred bilingual skills in Spanish/English
Serv-Safe Manager certification preferred but not required

Job Duties

Train, evaluate, guide and monitor youth vocational competencies and appropriate behavior
perform crisis intervention with youth employees as necessary
write reports, maintain logs and required documentation including NSLP/SBP
maintain safe environment in the Food Services Division using appropriate security protocols
maintain correct food safety and operating procedures in the kitchen facility per health codes
maintain and account for equipment and supplies, verify and order proper quality and quantity
plan and produce all meals including special diets
perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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