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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $49,025.60 - $59,592.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Job Description
Stanislaus County, located in Modesto, California, is a vibrant and growing community known for its beautiful parks, excellent educational institutions, outstanding healthcare facilities, and a rich selection of cultural and sporting events. As a vital governmental entity, Stanislaus County is committed to serving its diverse community with integrity, professionalism, and a focus on continuous improvement. The County operates under the vision "Striving to be the Best," reflecting its commitment to excellence and community wellbeing. The county workforce enjoys an inclusive and supportive environment that values diversity, civic impact, and personal development, making it an exceptional employer for individuals seeking meaningful... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school graduate or General Educational Development (GED) equivalency
- Two years experience in an institution or commercial kitchen preparing foods daily on a large volume basis
- Must be of good moral character with no felony convictions
- Must not have been convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment in a Federal penitentiary or State Prison
- Ability to work long periods standing under high temperature conditions
- Ability to occasionally lift or move food supplies
- Ability to work calmly around inmates and others
- Ability to drive a food transport vehicle
- Availability to serve a twelve-month probationary period with possible six-month extension
- Must pass a County paid pre-employment drug screening and job-related background investigation
- Possession or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Driver's license or ability to utilize an alternative transportation method when required.
Job Qualifications
- High school graduate or General Educational Development (GED) equivalency
- Two years experience in an institution or commercial kitchen preparing foods daily on a large volume basis
- Knowledge of methods, procedures, materials, and equipment involved in large scale food preparation
- Understanding of health hazards, food storage procedures, sanitation, and safety practices in kitchen operations
- Ability to use and alter standard recipes to meet varying yields
- Experience maintaining routine inventory records
- Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision
- Understanding of nutrition and dietetics necessary for basic menu planning
- Experience with food transport vehicles, pallet jacks, and fork lift equipment
- Proficiency in the use and care of kitchen utensils and equipment
- Knowledge of sanitation and personal hygiene practices in food preparation and service
- Familiarity with safety principles related to cleaning, food preparation, and service
- Basic arithmetic skills sufficient to make correct change, maintain simple inventory records, and properly measure food amounts
- Ability to supervise and participate in preparation of balanced and appetizing foods with minimal waste
- Skill in reading and applying various scales of measurements and portioning items accurately
- Ability to drive food transport vehicle
- Capability to prepare weekly food orders
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Proficiency in reading English sufficiently to understand diet cards and recipes
- Ability to work long periods standing in high temperature conditions
- Capacity to occasionally lift or move food supplies
- Ability to work around inmates and others in a composed and orderly fashion
- Willingness to learn methods involved in large scale food preparation and special or modified diets
- Ability to utilize and handle kitchen equipment efficiently
- Skill in preparing baked goods, salads, and sandwiches in an appetizing manner.
Job Duties
- Supervise and participate in the preparation, cooking, baking, and serving of meals
- Utilize leftovers efficiently and effectively
- Oversee personnel in the sanitation and upkeep of kitchen facilities and equipment
- Drive food transport vehicle
- Maintain defined standards of sanitation and safety for personnel, food preparation, kitchen equipment, and physical plant
- Operate, clean, and maintain job related equipment including food slicers, mixers, blenders, toaster, ovens, refrigerators, ranges, pans, racks, knives, and other items
- Ensure safety and sanitation procedures are followed in the storage, preparation, and service of food
- Assign work and check on its completion
- Observe tray line to assure that foods are properly portioned and arranged on trays
- Maintain proper security procedures while juveniles or inmates are assigned to kitchen duty
- Manage the preparation of food within an established production system following standardized recipes, preparation methods, and food handling techniques to ensure acceptable standards
- Participate in developing and maintaining routine procedures for accuracy, consistency, and timeliness
- Direct preparation to account for special menus and catering activities
- Requisition food and supplies according to established specifications, determined by menu, volume, and needs
- Recommend the purchase of small equipment for area of responsibility
- Maintain required department records
- Establish and maintain a system to check, inspect, and store all incoming food and supplies
- Participate in establishing and/or amending departmental procedures that affect the Custodial Cook responsibilities
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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