Corrections Cook I

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

7d • $17 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Corrections Cook I performs work in food production and service in a corrections/detention facility, performing volume cooking and preparation of regular and special diet foods according to prescribed menus and recipes; oversees inmates in food service work. Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

Requirements

• One year of experience in large-scale food preparation. (Large-scale food preparation includes food preparation in an institutional setting, e.g., hospital, nursing home, corrections/detention facilities, school or industrial plant cafeterias, large full-service and fast-food restaurants, commercial cafeterias/buffets, hotel/convention banquet facilities, military feeding facilities (ashore or afloat) or similar mass-feeding or catering operations.)
• Completion of a culinary arts program through a career and/or technical school, community college or equivalent OR current ServSafe or equivalent certification.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for volume cooking of entrees, baking and other preparation of regular and special diet food, by following established preparation procedures and presentation standards and making production adjustments as needed
• Ensures that meals are prepared, properly portioned, delivered and served on schedule
• Checks quality and preparation by monitoring temperature and tasting foods before service
• Operates, monitors and performs operator-level maintenance of standard food service equipment including ovens, steamers, refrigeration, slicers and mixers, etc.
• Inspects food handling and storage procedures to ensure compliance with sanitation standards
• Participates in the cleaning of food service areas, maintaining a safe and clean working environment by following organizational and regulatory sanitary procedures for the prevention of infection and food-borne disease
• Leads the work of inmates and other food service employees by making food preparation work assignments and ensuring compliance with preparation procedures and methods
• Maintains security, order and discipline of inmates by continually monitoring inmate behavior and removing agitators from the workplace
• Secures and assures safe usage of knives, cleavers and other utensils stored in a locked cabinet
• Checks kitchen areas for contraband
• Accompanies inmates in meal delivery to separate jail facilities
• Provides input into the improvement of food production, service and sanitation procedures
• Provides input into recipe formulation and menu content
• Writes reports, following standard format, and may give verbal accounts of work area accidents and inmate misbehavior
• Answers food-related grievances from inmates by rectifying kitchen staff mistakes in meal preparation
• May train less-experienced food service employees and inmates in food preparation techniques, safety and sanitary measures including compliance with procedures for the prevention of infection and food-borne diseases, and the use, care and maintenance of equipment.

Benefits

• Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
• Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
• In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees