GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cooks, serves food to inmates and staff, and assists in the preparation of menus

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the direction of the Executive Chef and the Kitchen Supervisor

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Supervises large numbers of inmates in the preparation and serving of food and related tasks

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

      1. Assists in the planning of menus and special diets;
      2. Prepares and/or supervises the preparation of meals and special diets;
      3. Assists the Kitchen Supervisor and Executive Chef in ordering food and equipment for the kitchen and dining areas;
      4. Ensures the timely and orderly service of meals and proper nutritional diets;
      5. Ensures that the kitchen, food storage, and dining areas are maintained in compliance with applicable health codes, regulations, and Department policies;
      6. Accounting for all kitchen stores, equipment, and utensils;
      7. Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen, storage, and dining areas, equipment, and utensils;
      8. Other related duties as the Sheriff may assign from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must meet one or more of the following criteria:
2. 1. one or more years experience as a cook or chef preparing food for large numbers of people;
   2. a degree or certificate from a culinary arts institution;
   3. a registered dietician's degree; or
   4. the equivalent

2. Willingness to work with and train inmates in food preparation

3. Flexibility and ability to learn and perform new duties and skills as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Regular attendance;
2. Compliance with security procedures;
3. High standard of personal hygiene;
4. Ability to communicate oral instructions effectively to inmate workers;
5. Availability for various shifts and mandatory overtime.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. sit or stand periodically for 8 hours;
2. lift up to 40 pounds occasionally;
3. carry up to 40 pounds occasionally;
4. climb stairs occasionally; and
5. walk short distances.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

Participation in mandatory training