Detention Cook - Part Time - Sheriff's Office (0726)

Coconino County • Flagstaff, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in preparing and serving meals to inmates. This role involves supervising trustees in food preparation and serving. This position requires shift work and weekend work. For questions regarding this posting, please contact the Sheriff's Office at 928-226-5069.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in food preparation, serving and cooking in volume; OR any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Must submit to a background search and successfully pass polygraph examination.
• Must not have a felony conviction within previous ten years or dishonorable discharge from the military.
• Must not have a misdemeanor conviction involving domestic violence within previous five years.
• Must not have used dangerous or narcotic drugs in the past five years for more than experimentation.
• Must acquire Food Manager's Certificate within 90 days of hire.
• Working knowledge of large scale food preparation.
• Working knowledge of kitchen safety and food sanitation.
• Working knowledge of use and care of kitchen equipment.
• Working knowledge of food ordering and inventory maintenance.
• Working knowledge of security policies and procedures.
• Skill in operation of food preparation equipment.
• Skill in computer data entry.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to direct the activities of workers.
• Ability to perform physical inventories.
• Ability to communicate orally and by telephone with public and employees in a face-to-face setting.
• Ability to remain in a standing position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Ability to work safely and support the culture of workplace safety.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with inmates, employees, other agencies and the public.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience supervising kitchen staff or inmate/detainee work crews
• Prior experience working in a detention, correctional, or secure facility
• Experience preparing meals for large populations (100+ meals per service)
• Experience cooking in high-volume or institutional settings (correctional, school, hospital, military, shelter)
• Comfortable working in a secure, highly regulated environment

Responsibilities

• Plans, purchases, prepares and serves inmate meals
• Trains, supervises 10 to 12 working inmates in food preparation, safety and policies and procedures for a population of approximately 400 to 600 inmates while maintaining security in the kitchen, without an officer present
• Inspects and ensures the quality and quantity of food
• Supervises and assists in cleaning kitchen and serving areas
• Prepares reports and maintains records and inventories as required
• Maintains compliance with food handling policies and procedures
• Maintains a positive work environment with and amongst the working inmates
• Keeps food costs within the parameters of the budget
• Consults with dieticians, nutritionists, and medical staff for special diets

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed