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Brown County

Cook-On-Call

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Paid holidays

Job Description

Brown County is a local government entity committed to providing high-quality services and resources to its residents. As part of its mission to foster community well-being and enhance the quality of life, Brown County employs a diverse workforce dedicated to serving the public efficiently and respectfully. Brown County prides itself on maintaining a supportive work environment that ensures its employees are equipped with the proper tools and training to deliver excellent services. The county operates various departments that require skilled and dedicated professionals, including those in the nutritional services sector who play a vital role in institutional food preparation and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • six months experience in quantity food cookery or equivalent combination of education training and experience
  • ability to lift up to 75 pounds with assistance and frequently lift or carry up to 50 pounds
  • ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive hand movements
  • ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • ability to communicate effectively
  • must be free from communicable disease
  • ability to work required position hours
  • ability to withstand temperature changes in the workplace

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • six months experience in quantity food cookery or equivalent combination of education training and experience
  • knowledge of quantity food production baking principles portion control and standardized recipes
  • familiarity with hygiene and sanitary regulations for food handling
  • ability to perform food measurement conversions
  • strong organizational skills
  • ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • ability to work prolonged periods on feet
  • ability to lift and carry heavy objects up to 75 pounds with assistance
  • ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and public
  • ServSafe certification preferred

Job Duties

  • Use proper food handling techniques to prepare wash trim cook and season food items according to standardized recipes
  • prepare and bake rolls pies cookies biscuits desserts and other dishes in large quantities
  • bake roast broil and steam meat fish poultry and other foods
  • prepare entrees vegetables and salads
  • review menus production sheets and recipes to determine type and quantity of food needed
  • requisition and portion food from refrigerators freezers and storerooms
  • plan schedules to ensure timely meal preparation
  • confer with Nutritional Services Manager on modified diet preparations
  • process coverage for absent employees
  • test food by looking tasting smelling and temperature checks
  • portion food for individual servings and direct food distribution
  • serve food on tray line and in nursing home
  • monitor heat controls and timers on ovens and steamers
  • measure and mix ingredients according to recipes
  • maintain proper temperature and handling of hot and cold foods
  • document food temperatures
  • collect meal tickets and maintain documentation per department standards
  • maintain safety cleanliness care and order of work areas dishes and equipment
  • report repair and maintenance needs
  • comply with safety and quality assurance standards
  • maintain confidentiality of patient resident and business information
  • interact with patients and residents in a therapeutic manner
  • assist with training new staff
  • attend staff meetings in-service and training sessions
  • complete online training courses
  • complete and maintain documentation according to policies
  • complete assigned cleaning duties timely and efficiently
  • interact respectfully with team members
  • assist food service supervisor in ordering produce and dairy items
  • perform related functions as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location