Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.01 - $24.85
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
vacation
Holidays
sick leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision care
Uniform allowance
Job Description
The Santa Barbara County Probation Department is a public sector organization committed to maintaining safety, security, and rehabilitation within the juvenile justice system. This department plays a vital role in serving the community by managing and supporting youth under probation. The department operates various facilities, including the Santa Maria Juvenile Justice Center, which is dedicated to the care and oversight of young individuals in a custodial environment. As part of the county government, the department provides comprehensive benefits and competitive salaries, ensuring that employees are well-supported and motivated to perform their duties with integrity and professionalism. Santa Barbara County is... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- valid ServeSafe certification
- ability to work under general supervision
- experience working in food service preferably in custodial or institutional settings
- ability to maintain security protocols
- good communication skills
- ability to lift and carry food containers
- reliability and dependability
- ability to pass background investigation
- ability to pass polygraph examination
- legal right to work in the United States
Job Qualifications
- valid ServeSafe certification
- experience in kitchen sanitation and safe food storage practices
- ability to provide direction to and work well with youth
- good judgment under pressure
- understanding of the use and care of cooking equipment and utensils
- basic math skills for portion control
- reputation for honesty and trustworthiness
- ability to maintain good boundaries and provide clear direction
- integrity
- credibility
Job Duties
- drive to jail or other locations to pick up prepared food for the juvenile justice center
- load food containers in vehicle
- receive bulk meals delivered to the juvenile justice center
- unload food containers at the center
- refrigerate or place food containers in steam tables to maintain temperature
- prepare for serving meals in dining room including counting and setting out silverware
- portion out food onto trays
- check special dietary food trays for ordered requirements
- set up and clear tables in the dining room
- prepare and load food trays for youth without dining room privileges
- clean dining room and kitchen areas including hot food warmers with assistance from detained youth
- wash, dry, stack, and put away trays, pans, and kitchen utensils
- clean tables, benches, chairs, cupboards, storerooms, refrigerators, and other equipment
- sweep and mop floors
- empty garbage
- maintain hygienic and sanitary standards in kitchen and dining rooms
- follow security procedures including counting silverware, activating alarms, and reporting movement of youth in custody
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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