Cook - Temporary Position

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　　Cook - Temporary Position

　　Salary

　　$55,791.96 - $68,110.44 Annually

　　Location

　　Nevada City, CA

　　Job Type

　　Temporary

　　Job Number

　　2024-0017

　　Department

　　Sheriff-Corrections

　　Opening Date

　　01/17/2024

　　Closing Date

　　1/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Definition and Class Characteristics

　　TEMPORARY POSITION AVAILABLE

　　INTERVIEWS FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD ON

　　FRIDAY FEBRUARY 9, 2024

　　Do you love cooking? Do you have experience cooking food in large quantities in an institutional, correctional or commercial setting?

　　If you answered yes to those questions, we want to meet you!

　　We are looking for the right person to join our dynamic team of staff preparing delicious and nutritious meals for our institutional population and and employees at the Wayne Brown Correctional Facility.

　　A temporary cook with the Nevada County Sheriff's office is a valuable part of our team, they not only prepare meals, but help coach and mentor our customers. The Cook works under general supervision to help with the planning, preparing, and supervising of meals served at our facility.

　　This position requires a candidate who is interested in working in a correctional facility setting and is passionate about making a difference in the lives of those we serve. The ideal candidate should posses an excitement and passion for cooking while showcasing an understanding of safe food handling practices.

　　Why is this the career for you?

　　You are motivated by helping others achieve personal success.

　　You enjoy opportunities for meticulous work.

　　We provide support to each other and our customers and community.

　　We are intent on sharing knowledge and motivating each other to do our best every day.

　　We value creativity and looking for efficiencies in our processes.

　　We support building leaders at all levels by providing personal and professional growth opportunities to our employees.

　　The Cook, once hired, is placed through a hands-on training and mentoring period to provide you with the technical skills and clarity needed to be successful in our organization. We prepare our Cooks to be extraordinary mentors so that they can provide opportunities to customers by helping them build skills they need to secure employment stability after their stay.

　　Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade and one year of experience cooking food in large quantities in an institutional, correctional or commercial setting.

　　This position is classified as a safety sensitive position and is subject to pre-hire drug and alcohol screening and a comprehensive background investigation.

　　THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION

　　We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

　　Read the full job description (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1433265?keywords=COOK&pagetype=classSpecifications) for more information.

　　Knowledge and Skills Required

　　Knowledge of:

　　Techniques and methods for preparing food in quantities including meal planning and portion control

　　Equipment and utensils used in the preparation, cooking and serving of food

　　Safe food storage methods

　　Kitchen sanitation and methods of cleaning and caring for kitchen equipment, and laws and regulations pertaining to same

　　Kitchen safety practices

　　Basic principles of training and supervision

　　Basic record keeping

　　Skill in:

　　Directing the work of inmates/recovery clients/juveniles engaged in food preparation and kitchen sanitation

　　Ordering food and supplies in proper quantities

　　Preparing designated quantities of food with a minimum of waste

　　Organizing work to meet meal schedules

　　Supervising kitchen activity while maintaining necessary paperwork/records in handwritten and typewritten form

　　Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

　　Ability to give clear and concise verbal instructions

　　Education and Experience Required

　　Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade and one year of experience cooking food in large quantities in an institutional, correctional or commercial setting.

　　Must obtain certification for CPR and First Aid by the American Red Cross within 90 days of employment.

　　Willingness and ability to work shifts and holidays.

　　County Correctional Facility:

　　Applicants must be able to work in a confined, high security facility with convicted prisoners. Ability to work with, train and closely supervise inmate workers. Must submit to and pass a psychological evaluation, medical examination, background investigation, and a medical food handling clearance.

　　Benefits Guide

　　The Benefits Guide (https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/50968/Nevada-County-2024-Open-Enrollment-Benefits-Guide) is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.

　　Health Insurance

　　The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.

　　2024 Health Insurance Plans

　　Anthem Select HMO

　　Anthem Traditional HMO

　　Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO

　　Blue Shield Trio HMO

　　Kaiser HMO

　　PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)

　　PERS Platinum PPO

　　PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)

　　Flexible Spending Accounts

　　The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.

　　Life Insurance

　　Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:

　　Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment

　　Basic Term Life

　　Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans

　　Optional Dependent Term Life

　　Optional Term Life

　　Dental & Vision Insurance

　　Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.

　　Retirement

　　The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.

　　CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:

　　Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55

　　Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60

　　Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62

　　CalPERS Safety tiers:

　　Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.

　　Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.

　　Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.

　　We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page,www.calpers.ca.gov, to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.

　　NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.

　　Nevada County Human Resources Department

　　950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2

　　[email protected]

　　www.nevadacountyca.gov

　　01

　　Which of the following choices best describes your level of education? Note that failure to attach a copy of your college level transcripts (unofficial are accepted) or degree will result in disqualification.

　　Did not graduate High School or GED

　　High School or GED

　　Some college: 0-59 units

　　Some college: 60-89 units

　　Some college: 90-119 units

　　Associates Degree

　　Bachelor's Degree

　　Master's Degree

　　02

　　Which of the following best describes your years of experience cooking food in large quantities in an institutional, correctional or commercial setting.

　　No Experience

　　Less than one year

　　1 year to less than 2

　　2 years to less than 3

　　3 years to less than 5

　　5 or more years

　　03

　　Please indicate the type of setting where you gained your experience.

　　Restaurant or Cafe Setting

　　Group Home or Care Facility

　　Correctional or Secured Facility

　　04

　　Do you have any specialized food certificates?

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　　County of Nevada

　　Address

　　950 Maidu Avenue

　　Nevada City, California, 95959

　　Phone

　　530 265 7010

　　Website

　　https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/

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