COOK I (2101)



Job Details

COOK I (2101)
Employer

Jefferson Parish

Salary

$20,759.00 Annually

Location

West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

2101-11R

Department

General Services

Division

Head Start Food Services 1060-202

Opening Date

04/13/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Purpose of Announcement

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL TWO (2) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF JEFFERSON COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMS AND FOR FUTURE EAST AND WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.
 

Kind of Work

The purpose of this position is to prepare and serve all food as assigned by the Food Service Manager (or Cook II in absence of Food Service Manager) in compliance with sanitation procedures. Employee maintains the kitchen work area, pantry, cafeteria, and equipment in a clean, orderly, and sanitary manner.  Works with Cook II to maintain inventory of foods and supplies as well as wash and clean all utensils and equipment used in food preparation. Assists Cook II with maintaining daily records. Employee complies with all agency policies and Head Start Performance Standards as well as all licensing and sanitation requirements relating to Food Service. Employee will be required to report to different Head Start locations parish wide on an as needed basis. 

Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

JEFFERSON PARISH RESIDENCY IS REQUIRED FOR THOSE COMPETING ON AN ENTRANCE BASIS.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have successful experience in food handling and preparation, indicating the ability to cook on a large scale and operate standard kitchen equipment.
 
Any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child Protection Act (Louisiana R.S. 15:587.1) is considered disqualifying, unless written proof of pardon is submitted in time for consideration with the application.

Kind of Examination

(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
 

NON-COMPETITIVE: All persons meeting the stated requirements on this announcement will be issued an Employment Eligibility letter for Cook I and have their name forwarded to the appointing authority when vacancies arise.

JOB POSTING NO. 2101-11R
DATE: 08/31/07
AMENDED: 12/20/13
RE-OPENED: 104/13/18

JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITS

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked.
Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is
usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.

Sick Leave
Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.
Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.

Holidays
Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.

Life Insurance
All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.
Extra insurance may be purchased.

Medical Insurance
An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their
dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of
the premiums for dependents.


A Flexible Benefits Plan
Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health
insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings
Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.

Retirement
Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' Retirement
System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after
January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service
is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with
10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.

Tenure Payment
Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year.
Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.


Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)
Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer
up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.
Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without
penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-677-3678.

Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.
may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.

01
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check “yes” to show that you have read and understand this statement.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Which of the following best describes your Jefferson Parish employment status and/or residency:
  • I am a current Jefferson Parish employee.
  • I am not a current Jefferson Parish employee, and I live in Jefferson Parish.
  • I am not a current Jefferson Parish employee, and I DO NOT live in Jefferson Parish.
03
Are you at least 18 years old?
  • Yes
  • No
04
How many months and/or years of experience in food handling and preparation, indicating the ability to cook on a large scale and operate standard kitchen equipment do you have?
  • None
  • Less than 6 months
  • 6 months to less than 1 year
  • 1 year to less than 2 years
  • 2 years to less than 3 years
  • 3 years to less than 4 years
  • 4 years to less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
05
Describe your experience in food handling, indicating the ability to cook on a large scale and operate standard kitchen equipment. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
06
Please describe how you have utilized basic math skills in your current and/or previous job(s).

* Required Question

Employer
Jefferson Parish
Address
200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100

Gretna, Louisiana, 70053
Phone
(504) 364-2730

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