Djs Facility Cook I

State of Maryland•Washington County, MD

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS! The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of the DJS Facility Cook I, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS! The main purpose of this position is to prepare and cook food according to the Food Service Administrator/Manager and the DJS menus using standardized recipes and production sheets while adhering to food safety/sanitation requirements established by HACCP- based standard operating procedures. Maintenance of kitchen and work area in a clean and orderly manner. As needed act as direct care staff and may be required to assist in staff support calls and watch youth as needed. This relates to the mission by providing safe, nutritious meals for youth housed at a residential program.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation.
One year of experience cooking, baking or preparing large quantities of food in a restaurant, institutional or military setting. Experience in a fast-food restaurant or as a short-order cook does not qualify.
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing
An oral interview
Physical and psychological examinations.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a ServSafe Certification or equivalent food safety certification.
One (1) year of experience working in the Federal Child Nutrition Program or a similar food service program.

Responsibilities

Follows a standardized recipe to prepare menu items.
Accurately weights and measures ingredients for recipe.
Uses appropriate sanitation techniques to prepare foods according to HACCP- based standard operating procedures.
Prepares special meals for youth with food allergies according to the diet alerts from nursing/ dietitians.
Takes food temperatures and records on the appropriate logs.