Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.76 - $27.52
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
long term disability
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Sign-On Bonus
Job Description
Spokane County's Detention Services department is dedicated to maintaining safe and secure correctional facilities while providing essential services to inmates. As a government entity, the department upholds high standards of professionalism, safety, and integrity, ensuring that all operations comply with legal regulations and contribute to the welfare of the community. The Detention Services unit is responsible for managing the care and custody of inmates, including the provision of food services, which play a vital role in maintaining the health and well-being of those housed in the county’s correctional institutions.
The position available is a full-time, regular Cook role within ... Show More
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Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- minimum one year of related experience
- must obtain Washington State Food Handler's Permit within two weeks of hire
- possession of valid Washington Driver's License at time of hire and throughout employment
- ability to work 40 hours per week
- eligible to work overtime
- ability to operate County vehicles for transport duties
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- one year of related food preparation experience
- ability to obtain Washington State Food Handler's Permit within two weeks of hire
- valid Washington Driver's License
- knowledge of large-scale food service preparation and management
- understanding of personal hygiene, food safety, sanitation and handling procedures
- skilled in use of kitchen utensils and cooking equipment
- effective oral and written communication skills
- ability to supervise inmates and staff
- experience in baking and preparing a variety of foods
- capability to maintain accurate food inventory and records
- ability to train others in food preparation and sanitation
- strong organizational and supervisory skills
Job Duties
- Supervises inmate workers and participates in cooking, baking and food preparation
- participates and performs preliminary preparation for next day meals
- bakes pies, cakes, cookies, biscuits and prepares desserts
- assists in preparing menu items and adjusts recipes for inmate population changes
- inspects food to ensure proper quantity, quality and handling
- instructs and trains employees and inmate workers in sanitation and food handling
- controls waste and theft of food
- operates mixers, ovens, steamers, grills, food processors and other kitchen equipment
- receives food and nonfood orders and manages product rotation
- directly supervises inmate workers cleaning trays, utensils, cookware and kitchen areas
- maintains facility security in kitchen operations and inventories utensils and equipment
- supervises up to 20 inmate workers on kitchen duties
- participates in inmate worker training and monitors behavior and progress
- transports food and supplies between facilities using a County vehicle
- performs other related duties as assigned
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Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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