JOB
This is a Seasonal position which is on-call or as needed not to exceed 1040 hours per fiscal year.
Under close supervision, performs work of routine difficulty preparing meals, cleaning, and ordering food and supplies specific to the assigned department. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Plans, prepares, cooks, and serves meals for detainees and staff.
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Cleans kitchen and dining areas.
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Washes and sanitizes dishes and equipment.
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Receives, inspects, and ensures the quality and quantity of food.
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Maintains records and inventories as required.
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Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
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Arizona Food Code.
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Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
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Clerical office practices and procedures.
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Research techniques and report writing.
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Current Microsoft Office software.
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Filing and recordkeeping.
Skill in:
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Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
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Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
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Organization and adherence to detail.
Ability to:
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Consult with dieticians and adhere to applicable nutrition requirements.
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Apply and follow detention policies, regulations, security measures and dietary guidelines.
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Comprehend and make inferences from written material and follow written and verbal instructions.
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Deal impartially with individuals of various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
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Adhere to budgets for purchases of food service equipment.
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Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
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Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
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Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
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Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
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Work Environment:
The work environment is associated with a kitchen. The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled, and ventilated.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to push, pull, carry, and lift up to 40 pounds.
Additional Job Information:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 1
Classification: Classified
Safety Sensitive: No
