Cook



Job Details

Cook
Employer

County of Santa Barbara

Salary

$18.16 Hourly

Location

County of Santa Barbara - All locations, CA

Job Type

Extra-help

Job Number

1875-05

Department

Probation

Division

Probation-Institutions

Opening Date

03/16/2012

Description

The Santa Barbara County Probation Department is accepting applications for Cook- EXTRA HELP.  This position is utilized in an on-call, as needed basis. 

Under general supervision, coordinates and participates in preparing, cooking, and serving food to large groups of people in an institutional setting; does varied cooking and prepares special diet foods; and, performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Cook is distinguished from Cook - Sheriff’s Institutions in that the latter coordinates the preparation, cooking and serving of meals in a central jail kitchen and performs minimal hands-on cooking tasks.Under general supervision, coordinates and participates in preparing, cooking, and serving food to large groups of people in an institutional setting; does varied cooking and prepares special diet foods; and, performs related duties as required.

Examples of Duties


  1. Reads menu to estimate food requirements and procures food from storage; takes count of meals served and utensils used in serving food; notes and requests needed supplies;
     
  2. Adjusts controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers and grills to cook food; measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe; using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, prepares meats, fish, vegetables, fruits and other foods; cuts, trims and bones meats prior to cooking and bakes breads, rolls, cakes and pastries; presents main dishes, salads and desserts in an attractive manner;
     
  3. Trains and leads the work of small numbers of employees or juveniles; enforces security measures and reports disciplinary problems and/or takes disciplinary measures as necessary.

Employment Standards


  1. One year of experience in cooking and preparing meals in large quantities; or,
     
  2. one year of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Food Services Worker with Santa Barbara County; or,
     
  3. a combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Knowledge of: the methods and procedures of quantity food preparation; kitchen sanitation and safe food storage; use and care of cooking equipment and utensils; kitchen safety.

Ability to: prepare quantities of food required with a minimum of waste; organize and prioritize work assignments; make routine arithmetic computations; prepare and serve food in an allotted time and on schedule; safely store and hold food; maintain good working relationships; direct the work of others; understand and follow written and oral instructions; prepare tasty food, and serve it attractively; maintain kitchen, dining area, kitchen utensils and equipment in a sanitary manner.

Background Check: Employees assigned to positions in the Probation Department are required to pass a background investigation.

Supplemental Information

Incumbents may be required to lift objects weighing up to 100 pounds. Incumbents must be willing and have the ability to accept shift work.

The background process will include:

 

·          Completion of the Personal History Statement and associated documents and waivers

·          Fingerprint submission

·          Credit/Financial check

·          Medical evaluation

·          Polygraph examination

 

Please be advised that the following circumstances are cause for disqualification:

 

·          Use of any controlled substances within specified time frames depending on the drug.

·          Any felony convictions

·          Convicted for any sex offense with a victim.

·          Conviction with elements of violence within the past five (5) years.

·          Conviction for crimes against property within the past five (5) years.

·          Felony conviction reduced to a misdemeanor within the past five (5) years.

·          Evidence of alcohol or substance abuse dependency within the past 24 months which demonstrates impairment must be accompanied by a minimum of 24 months sobriety.

·          Presently on probation (formal or informal).

 

Dependent on Bargaining Unit in which position is filled.

01
I understand, as part of the application process, a completed supplemental questionnaire form must be submitted along with the standard application. Resumes will be accepted, but NOT in lieu of a completed application and supplemental questionnaire form. It is important to read all the questions and determine if you meet the criteria and are willing to work in these conditions. If you answered NO to any of the questions; this job may not be for you.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Some positions are desired to be fluent in English and Spanish. Please select, if you are fluent in English and Spanish.
  • Not Fluent
  • Speak Spanish
  • Speak and Read Spanish
  • Speak, Read and Write Spanish
03
This position requires you to work at any location within the County and you may be transferred to another location at any time. Are you willing to work under these conditions?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Are you willing/able to supervise detainees while they are working in a kitchen setting?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Are you willing to work 12-hour shifts, such as 7 pm to 7 am?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Are you able to work weekends and holidays, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Are you able to maintain an effective working relationship with people from a variety of economic and cultural backgrounds?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Are you able to maintain confidentiality of information such as arrest and conviction records, medical history and mental health status?
  • Yes
  • No
09
Are you able to withstand verbal assaults without losing self-control?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Are you willing to perform CPR/First Aid on someone who has been assaulted or otherwise injured?
  • Yes
  • No
11
I understand that as part of the selection process for Cook- EXTRA HELP, I may undergo a thorough background investigation, including a polygraph examination. Once I have been offered a job and accepted it, I will undergo a physical examination. Any falsification of information or failure to meet the standards listed above will result in my disqualification. I acknowledge that I have read and understand the information listed above.
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
County of Santa Barbara
Address
1226 Anacapa Street

Santa Barbara, California, 93101
Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sbcounty

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