Cook Baker II

SCOPE OFJOBDUTIES:The job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of this position.

• Supervise staff and organize and assign work to Cook/Bakers. Assign tasks to staff. Aid and advise employees regarding food service/kitchen issues that arise.
• Maintainstaff schedule including vacation andsickleaverecords.
• Provideinputregarding employeesevaluations throughout theinitialprobation period and document performance and disciplinary issues as needed.
• Oversee preparation ofmenusfoodstoragepreparation andserving of meals including special diets and nutritional guidelines for youth and maintain related records and forms.
• Ensure kitchen staff and resident workers are properly trained and supervised. Train and advise kitchen staff regarding proper supervision of residents resolve problems and ensure removal of resident workers who do not comply with kitchen rules.
• Conduct regular inspection of all kitchen areas to ensure proper sanitation waste disposal food storage proper use and maintenance of kitchen equipment and ensure working conditions are safe. Troubleshoot equipment problems and oversee the repair of kitchen equipment.
• Provide input regarding employees evaluations throughout the initial probation training period document performance and disciplinary issues as needed.
• Provideinputandrecommendationsregarding kitchen/food service operations as requested. May serve on interview panels for hiring of new staff.
• Orderfoodincluding staples frozenfoodsproduceanddairyproducts; receive inspect store maintain and inventory supplies.
• Oversee and maintain the child nutrition program at CCFJC as well as USDA commodities program.
• Problem solves issues with deliveries staff schedules and operational functions.
• Conduct weekly andmonthly inventory toensure adequatefoodsupplies areavailable including review and revision of purchase inventory and place special orders as needed to ensure adequate food supplies and ingredients are available.
• Respond to resident kites and grievances related to food services. Work collaboratively with other staff to assist with coordination of special events.
• Utilize computers on a regular basis for completion of various functions including entering payroll for food service staff inventory control preparation of menus and accessing various forms; utilize computerized spreadsheets (Excel) to track costs access tracking charts and work schedules; utilize automated systems to verify resident population special diet locations; and utilize computer (MS Word/Outlook) for routine correspondence e-mail and automated department training.

• 21yearsofageorolderbytheclosingdate ofthisannouncement.
• FoodHandlersPermit asissuedbySeattle-KingCountyHealthDepartment
• Have or the ability to obtain ServSafe certification within the first six months of employment
• High School Diploma or GED
• ValidWashingtonStateDriversLicense
• Full-time workexperience inlarge-quantityfoodpreparation andbaking (minimum of500 servings per meal)
• Minimum of 24 months lead or supervisory experience in an institutional food service setting.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The individual selected for this position will be required to complete a thorough background investigation process including fingerprinting criminal history check medical physical psychological examination and reference checks. A valid Washington State Drivers License or alternate ability to travel around the county is required by time of hire.

SELECTION PROCESS:Your application must provide clear and detailed information on your relevant education training work experience and history. Your application materials MUST validate your answers to the supplemental questions. If your answers cannot be validated you will not proceed to the next steps of the selection meeting the minimum qualificationswillbefurther screened using additional screeners screening may include skills assessment tests.

PLEASE NOTE:Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state see my resume or see my personnel file are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. You can attach multiple documents if necessary or required such as your letter of interest and optional resume to your electronic application; however you must still completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.

WHO MAY APPLY:This opportunity is open to all qualified candidates. Internal consideration may be given to current DAJD and King County employees. Applicants requesting Veterans Preference must provide a copy of their DD-214 a scanned (pdf format) copy will suffice for this purpose.

WORK LOCATION:Located at one of the three secure facilities located in Seattle (KCCF and CCFJC) and Kent (MRJC). This position may work at any of the three locations on a rotating basis to assist with coverage during vacations or other leaves but will primarily be assigned to a single facility based upon a biannual shift bid process. Facility/assignments (locations and shifts) are based on staffing needs of the department and subject to collective bargaining unit bid processes.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:Candidates must be willing and able to work within the secure perimeter of a detention facility with resident contact.

WORK SCHEDULE:The current vacancy is full-time (40 hours/week). The assigned schedule is dependent upon the facility at which the incumbent will work but may include day evening and/or weekend shifts.

NOTE:Due to the 24-hour nature of the facility shift hours or days may be increased or changed and employees may be required to work mandatory overtime when necessary due to staffing or other emergencies.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:ThispositionisrepresentedbythebyTeamstersLocal117.

DEPARTMENT CONTACT:Questions regarding this announcement or position may be directed to Jasna Rustempasic HR Analyst at or via e-mail at

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