What are the responsibilities and job description for the COOK position at Linn County?
Linn County is committed to creating a Customer-Center Culture placing our internal & external customers at the center of everything we do! Why do we do this? We get that question a lot. The answer is simple: We want our customers to have a positive experience. Our co-workers are customers too. Exceptional internal customer satisfaction leads to exceptional customer satisfaction for the public!
Why work at Linn County?
New Hire: $19.69 · 90 days: $20.69 · 1 year: $21.84 · 2 years: $22.89 · 3 years: $24.20
About Cook:
Supervises and participates in the preparation of meals for moderate to large groups of people. Work is performed under general supervision. Knows the County’s Customer-Centered Culture principles, the County’s Mission, Strategic Plan and Core Values and demonstrates a commitment to customer satisfaction for all customers on a regular basis.
Must pass a County physical examination which includes a drug test after offer of employment. Regular work attendance required. Must remain awake and aware of surroundings at all times. Voluntary overtime may be offered; working involuntary overtime is mandatory.
Floater - shift varies
Why work at Linn County?
- Competitive wages with annual pay increases & annual cost of living increase (depending on budget)
- Medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and supplemental life insurance
- Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension Plan (IPERS)
- Wellness program offering credit on insurance premiums to eligible employees
- On-site fitness centers for $15 per year
- 100% County paid basic life insurance
- 12 paid holidays per year
- Training & professional development opportunities
New Hire: $19.69 · 90 days: $20.69 · 1 year: $21.84 · 2 years: $22.89 · 3 years: $24.20
About Cook:
Supervises and participates in the preparation of meals for moderate to large groups of people. Work is performed under general supervision. Knows the County’s Customer-Centered Culture principles, the County’s Mission, Strategic Plan and Core Values and demonstrates a commitment to customer satisfaction for all customers on a regular basis.
- Discusses job requirements with and receives detailed instructions from supervisor.
- Monitors work in progress to assure it conforms to instructions.
- Trains and instructs subordinates.
- May supervise other cooks in the preparation of meals for larger groups.
- Performs cooking tasks such as preparing and cooking meats, salads, breads, vegetables, making desserts and preparing special diets.
- Oversees the serving of the food.
- Cleans tables, kitchen utensils, stoves, refrigerators and kitchens.
- Keeps records and makes reports.
- May assist in setting up or revising menus.
- Estimates quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements and requisitions supplies.
- Inspects food trays and sets tables.
- Estimates cooking time required.
- May purchase groceries and supplies required for meals.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
- Knows the products they personally produce and the customers of each product. Listens to the “Voice of the Customer “and closes gaps between customer expectations and experience whenever possible.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Six (6) months to one (1) year experience in the preparation and cooking of food on a large scale required.
- Good working knowledge of large-scale food preparation and cooking methods.
- Good knowledge of sanitation regulations relating to the handling and preparation of food.
- Some knowledge of special diets and how to prepare them.
- Knowledge of USDA Buying Guide and Federal Child and Nutrition requirements.
- Ability to prepare attractive and palatable foods.
- Ability to keep simple records and make reports.
- Ability to unload food deliveries, which requires the ability to lift and move twenty (20) pounds on a regular basis.
- Ability to assign and supervise the work of others.
Must pass a County physical examination which includes a drug test after offer of employment. Regular work attendance required. Must remain awake and aware of surroundings at all times. Voluntary overtime may be offered; working involuntary overtime is mandatory.
Floater - shift varies
Salary : $15 - $40,955
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