Job Posting- FT/PT Cook
Job Title: Cook- FT/PT
Hours: Part-Time
Department: Sheriff’s Office – Corrections
FLSA Status: Non-exempt (hourly)
Date: November 1, 2023
Pay Scale: $19.50-$23.07
POSTING DATE: November 1, 2023
CLOSING DATE: Until filled
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications can be found at: https://www.penobscot-county.net/employment or the Human Relations department located on the 1st floor of the County Administration Building, 97 Hammond Street, Bangor
Completed application may be submitted to jsnow@penobscot-county.net or:
Penobscot County
Attn: Human Relations
97 Hammond Street
Bangor, ME 04401
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Kitchen Supervisor this position prepares, bakes and cooks food for the Penobscot County Jail; maintains food inventory and storage; maintains sanitary working conditions; provides direction to institution workers. This position will help fill vacancies as needed.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
· Supervises and conducts food preparation
· Monitors food temperatures and portion control
· Follows standard recipes
· Uses correct diets (i.e. calorie count) and records them accordingly
· Follows instructions from Cook supervisor
· Maintains a clean/safe environment for self as well as other co-workers by following Federal and State procedures
Knowledge/Skills/Experience required:
High School diploma or equivalent required, successfully pass pre-employment background checks to include personal, criminal, and motor vehicle and valid driver’s license. Cooking experience with knowledge of commercial sized kitchen equipment, sanitation practices, special diet certifications and institutional food preparation techniques preferred. Ability to work in a team setting with commitment to high level of customer service is required. Corrections certification is preferred.
Penobscot County provides equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
