Cook - Sheriff - LTC II at Tippecanoe County Government

Lafayette, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

43578.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Preparation, Menu Planning, Recipe Adjustment, Sanitation Compliance, Inventory Management, Vendor Communication, Supervision, Safety Procedures, Equipment Maintenance, Record Keeping, Communication, Diplomacy, Teamwork, Physical Stamina

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Description To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the position satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Tippecanoe County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job unless the accommodation would present an undue hardship. Incumbent serves as Cook for Tippecanoe County Jail, responsible for preparing and serving meals, cleaning kitchen and equipment, and supervising Jail Trustees. DUTIES: Plans and prepares monthly menus and recipes, planning special meals for detainees with unique dietary needs according to doctor's orders and discussing with dietitian as needed. Prepares and serves meals by adding and subtracting measurements and food quantities in recipes to adjust amount of prepared food as needed and serving meals as scheduled. Ensuring preparation is in compliance with local codes. Supervises inmate workers as they assist in preparation/serving of meals and ensuring innate worker’s work cooperatively, and cleaning and sanitizing all kitchen work areas, ensuring compliance with local sanitary codes. Monitors and maintains inventory, including phoning vendors, researching prices to find best bargains, and ordering appropriate quantities of food and supplies as needed. Receives, verifies deliveries, and ensures storage areas are maintained clean and orderly. Ensures security measures are being taken by securing kitchen utensils and doors. Monitors kitchen equipment for servicing or maintenance needs. Uses radio to communicate with Jail Deputies in professional manner. Performs related duties as assigned. Requirements I. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND KNOWLEDGE OF WORK: High school diploma or HSE. Working knowledge of principles of sanitary food preparation, and ability to apply such knowledge to preparing large quantities of food. Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of Department safety policies and procedures, and ability to supervise proper operation of a variety of industrial kitchen equipment, including dishwasher, steamer, food processor, blender, can opener, scales, meat slicer, vertical cutter, oven, mixer and grill. Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and to prepare detailed reports as required. Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of Department safety policies and procedures, including OHSA guidelines. Ability to provide public access to, or maintain confidentiality of, department information and records according to State requirements. Ability to comply with all employer and department policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct. Ability to count, compute, perform arithmetic operations, compare/observe data, and make data driven decisions. Ability to ensure maintenance of clean, sanitized work areas and equipment, proper use of chemical cleaners. Ability to competently serve the public and inmate population with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with irate/hostile persons. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, jail trustees, vendors, and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities. Ability to work with others in a team environment, work rapidly for long periods, and work on several tasks at the same time. Ability to physically perform essential duties of the position, including sitting for long periods, sitting and walking at will, close vision, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying objects weighing under 25 pounds, hearing sounds/communication, and handling/grasping/fingering objects. Ability to regularly work extended and weekend hours. II. RESPONSIBILITY: Incumbent performs standard, recurring duties according to well-established policies and procedures, with priorities determined by supervisor. Incumbent applies knowledge learned on the job and exercises some independent judgment in determining appropriate quantities of food to prepare. Care and skill are required to prevent damage to kitchen equipment and injury to self and others. III. PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS: Incumbent maintains frequent contact with co-workers, other County departments, jail trustees, vendors, and the public for the purpose of exchanging information, rendering services and supervising/directing trustees assigned to kitchen. Incumbent reports directly to Jail Commander. IV. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Incumbent oversees food preparation and kitchen cleaning activities involving sitting/standing/walking for long periods, sitting and walking at will, close vision, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying objects weighing under 25 pounds, speaking clearly, hearing sounds/communication, and handling/grasping/fingering objects. V. WORKING CONDITIONS: Incumbent performs duties in a jail facility kitchen involving periodic exposure to normal hazards of food preparation, such as cuts and burns, and normal hazards of a jail environment where safety and health may be jeopardized. Safety precautions must be followed at all times to avoid injury to self and others. Incumbent regularly works extended and weekend hours.

Responsibilities

The incumbent serves as a Cook for the Tippecanoe County Jail, responsible for preparing and serving meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and supervising inmate workers. Duties include planning menus, adjusting recipes for large quantities and special dietary needs, and ensuring compliance with local health codes.