Food Services/Cook I
Warren County
Warren, PA
Full-time
Restaurant & Food
Posted on May 2, 2025
WARREN COUNTY
FOOD SERVICES/COOK I
Job Title: Food Services/Cook IFOOD SERVICES/COOK I
Department: Warren County Jail
Reports to: Head Cook and Warden
Supervises: Inmate Kitchen Workers
Grade & Wage: $16.00 Per Hour (Non-Exempt)
Status: Full time (40 hours per week) with benefits, Non-Exempt, Union
Qualifications: Must be able to coordinate preparation of all daily meals of inmates in a correctional setting and performs other duties as required Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate and prior experience in a correctional facility kitchen is preferred. Must posses a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
Requirements: Must be able to speak and understand the English language in an understandable manner. Must possess knowledge of health codes, jail standards, food nutritional values, dietary requirements, and the principles and practices of preparing hot and cold meals for a large group. Must have the ability to prepare quality food, work with others, follow directions and to react quickly and calmly in an emergency and assists in an evacuation.
Job Functions: Training and Monitoring inmates in food preparation, cleaning, and storage in designated food service areas. Security and control of inmates assigned to the kitchen area and accountability of all equipment, food, and supplies. Provides daily food service reports, ensure compliance of sanitation and cleaning standards. Conducts safety checks of food service equipment. Assist with cooking, serving, general cleaning, and receiving food supplies shipments
Physical/Mental Conditions: Must be able to record convey and present information, explain procedures, and follow instructions. Must be able to cope with the physical and mental stress of the position, demonstrate emotional stability, resourcefulness in decision-making and problem solving.
Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision insurance (with small employee contribution)
Life insurance: Fully employer paid
* Defined Benefit Pension Plan with an interest match of 4%
* Generous Starting Benefits including:
- 12 Holidays
- Personal Days
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Days
Work Location: In person Warren Pa
Condition of Employment:
* Ability to commute to Warren, PA 16365
* Background check required
Warren County is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate effectively in the application or hiring processes are encouraged to request an accommodation at any time during those processes. Requests for accommodation should be directed to Human Resources.
provided by The Warren Times-Observer