COOK 1 In-trainingCOOK 2On-Call Eleanor Chase House and Brownstone Reentry Centers

Spokane County, WA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 3554 - 5209

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Department of Corrections - Reentry Division

Cook 2- Multiple positions
Eleanor Chase House and Brownstone Reentry Centers

Spokane WA

If you have previously applied you dont need to apply again!

The Department of Corrections Reentry Division is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals to fulfil multiple permanent and on-call positions as a Cook 2atEleanor Chase House (ECHRC) and Brownstone Reentry Centers (BSRC)in Spokane WA.

This recruitment may be used to fill future non-permanent and permanent positions.

The Cook 2 is designated as an in-training position. Depending on qualifications the selected candidate may be appointed at the Cook 1 level or directly at the Cook 2 level.

Cook 1- In-Training (Range 38) $3554.00 -$4719.00 On Call - $20.43 - $27.12
Cook 2 (Range 42): $3897.00-$5209.00 On Call - $22.40 - $29.94

About the Agency

DOCs mission is to improve public safety by positively changing lives. We lead the nation with innovative and evidence-based practices that are aimed at reducing recidivism and improving public safety. Our employees find this profession both challenging and rewarding as they work together with law enforcement officers treatment providers and community members to facilitate change in incarcerated individuals lives. Community corrections staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which incarcerated individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.

Application Process
To be considered for this position please apply directly at to this announcement. As part of a complete application package youmust:

A current resume
A letter of interest
3 professional references: See Supplemental Information section of this posting for an explanation of who meets the definition of a professional reference. (Phone number and e-mail address are required for each professional reference)

Please note: Incomplete application packages may disqualify an application from the selection process. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the Supplemental Questions section of this application.

Our mission at the Department of Corrections is to improve public safety by positively changing lives. With more than 8000 employees we recognize that staff are our greatest asset and the efforts of our dedicated workforce have garnered national recognition! Whether the work is inside a prison out in the field or an administrative office DOC staff experience a high degree of personal reward knowing their efforts are creating an environment in which incarcerated individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to safer communities.

DOC OFFERS:
Flexible schedules
Comprehensive compensation packages
Training and development opportunities
The fulfillment of public service

Duties

This position contributes to the agencys mission to improve public safety by planning ordering preparing and serving the resident population at Reentry Centers with nutritionally appropriate quality meals that meet the recommended daily allowance as specified in the Departments certified meal plan. Meals for residents are prepared and served in a timely manner in accordance with the applicable state and federal regulations and within the budgetary requirements.

Duties:

Participate in the preparation and service of all food on a shift.

Perform mathematical calculations by converting recipes to determine the appropriate quantity of food products required to meet menu requirements and populations to be served.

Ensure adherence to appropriate portion control protocols.

Check food product during and after preparation ensuring appropriate quality standards are met and adequate quantity has been prepared.

Understand and apply rethermalization of food process/procedures if appropriate.

Practice and perform progressive cooking techniques for quality control and to decrease waste within the food service area.

Follow basic safety practices to preclude hazards and accidents.

Prepare special diets as required (medical or religious)

Maintain and model the highest standards of personal hygiene.

Keep work surfaces and equipment clean and in compliance with state and local Health Department sanitation standards.

Follow basic safety practices to avoid hazards and accidents

Maintain and track knife and tool inventory.

Complete temperature logs in accordance with DOC and Department of Health requirements.

Perform ordering inventory storage use and reporting tasks.

Maintain and organize accurate food inventories and ensure rotation of stock items to prevent spoilage and pilferage.

Receive store and distribute raw and prepared or prepackaged food products in accordance with required standards.

Receive store and use chemicals and cleaning supplies appropriately.

Prepare and submit work orders/equipment repair orders.

Submit invoices and receipts to the support staff as needed for payment processing and

expenditure accountability.

Monitor residents ensure safe and secure operations

Execute and maintain tool control processes according to DOC policy.

Maintain key control per DOC policy.

Ensure safe handling operation care use and cleaning of kitchen equipment e.g. dishwasher mixers slicers grills steam kettles.

Train and monitor residents in completing duty assignments in the kitchen/dining area. Monitor residents and maintain security while in the kitchen/dining area.

Intervene in emergencies by calling for assistance containing the incident and assisting staff in the incident response.

Monitor and intervene appropriately including writing behavior reports or infractions when inappropriate resident behavior is displayed.

Other duties:

Other tasks or duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Two (2) years cooking experience in a large scale food service or culinary operation. Completion of course in large scale cooking may be substituted for one year of experience
Current food handlers permit

- OR -

One (1) year as a Cook 1 in State service

Current food handlers permit

Ability to:

Cook a variety of foods

Follow written and oral instructions

Write clearly factually and concisely

Read understand estimate quantities and follow recipes with minimal waste

Effectively communicate verbally

Schedule and organize daily work

Operate and demonstrate the safe handling and operation of kitchen equipment e.g. mixers ovens

choppers slicers grills steam kettles

Role model appropriate behavior to residents

Supervise coach train and provide constructive feedback to residents in general kitchen operational practices

Knowledge of:

A variety of foods

Alternate food preparation methods i.e. cook/chill and cook/freeze

Basic arithmetic e.g. adding subtracting multiplying and dividing

Food service practices food preparation and production methods and procedures

Food service record keeping

HACCP protocols practices and tools for food service

Understanding of:

Weights and measures and differentiate between applications

Rethermalization of food process/procedures

To qualify as a Cook 1 in-training:

Current food handlers permit
One (1) year of experience in food preparation or cooking in an institutional or commercial food service setting.
Completion of a course in large scale cooking may be substituted for one year of experience.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Three (3) or more years cooking experience in a large-scale food service or culinary operation
Current Food Handlers permit.

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:

Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Complete a felony disclosure form prior to employment and submit to a criminal background check.
Successfully complete within mandated timeframes employee orientation and all other mandatory annual in service and other required training.
Provide physical residential address and home telephone number to the Department of Corrections.
Become familiar and comply with all Department policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
Submit to drug testing in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement and agency policy.

Supplemental Information

Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race creed color national origin sex marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age honorably discharged veteran veteran status genetic information or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

Visit Mission & Vision Washington State Department of Corrections for more information about our agency.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance technical skills and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references please include non-related professionals such as educators or other professional associates.
**Please note: Phone numberANDemail address are required for all professional references.

A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances will be disqualified from consideration.

Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.

Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result further information testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.

What We Offer:
As an employee of the Department of Corrections your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical dental and vision these perks also may include:

Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
8 hours of paid sick leave per month
12 paid holidays a year
Generous retirement plan
Flex Spending Accounts
Dependent Care Assistance
Deferred Compensation and so much more!
This position is eligible for the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
- PERS:State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information check out the Department of Retirement Systems website.
The DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information please visit.

For questions about this recruitment or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process please email or

DescriptionDepartment of Corrections - Reentry DivisionCook 2- Multiple positionsEleanor Chase House and Brownstone Reentry CentersSpokane WAIf you have previously applied you dont need to apply again!The Department of Corrections Reentry Division is seeking highly motivated and qualified individual...