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Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $42,657.84 - $62,514.72
Work Schedule
On-call
Benefits
flexible schedules
Comprehensive compensation packages
Training and development opportunities
generous retirement plan
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Job Description
The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is a leading agency committed to improving public safety by positively changing lives through innovative and evidence-based practices aimed at reducing recidivism. The department works collaboratively with law enforcement officers, treatment providers, and community members to facilitate positive transformations in the lives of incarcerated individuals. The DOC prides itself on creating environments where individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society, which brings a high degree of personal satisfaction to its employees. The Reentry Division within the department focuses specifically on supporting individuals during their transition back into the... Show More
Job Requirements
- Two years cooking experience in large-scale food service or culinary operation
- Completion of a large-scale cooking course may substitute for one year experience
- One year as Cook 1 in State service
- Current food handler permit required
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance
- Complete felony disclosure and criminal background check
- Complete employee orientation and mandatory training
- Provide current residential address and telephone number
- Comply with Department policies and Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Submit to drug testing
- Work with or near incarcerated or supervised individuals
- May require respirator evaluation and training
- Provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the US
Job Qualifications
- Two years cooking experience in large-scale food service or culinary operation
- Completion of a large-scale cooking course may substitute for one year experience
- One year as Cook 1 in State service
- Current food handler permit
- Ability to cook a variety of foods
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes with minimal waste
- Effective verbal communication skills
- Ability to schedule and organize daily work
- Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
- Ability to supervise and train residents in kitchen practices
- Knowledge of various foods and preparation methods
- Knowledge of basic arithmetic
- Knowledge of food service record keeping and HACCP protocols
- Understanding of weights and measures
- Understanding of rethermalization food processes
Job Duties
- Participate in the preparation and service of all food on a shift
- Perform mathematical calculations by converting recipes to determine appropriate food quantities
- Ensure adherence to portion control protocols
- Check food quality and quantity during and after preparation
- Apply rethermalization of food process and perform progressive cooking techniques
- Follow safety practices to prevent hazards and accidents
- Prepare special diets as required
- Maintain and model high personal hygiene standards
- Keep work surfaces and equipment clean and compliant with health standards
- Maintain and track knife and tool inventory
- Manage ordering, inventory, storage, use, and reporting tasks
- Organize food inventories and ensure rotation of stock
- Receive, store, and distribute food products appropriately
- Receive, store, and use chemicals and cleaning supplies properly
- Prepare and submit work and equipment repair orders
- Execute and maintain tool control processes
- Maintain key control per policy
- Ensure safe handling and cleaning of kitchen equipment
- Monitor residents and ensure safe and secure operations
- Supervise, coach, train, and provide feedback to residents in kitchen operations
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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