Adult Detention Center Cook

Loudoun County Government; Virginia, Leesburg (MN, FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established government agency is seeking a dedicated Cook for the Adult Detention Center. This full-time role involves preparing and serving meals, ensuring safety in food handling, and maintaining kitchen inventory. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a passion for food service, along with the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. Join a committed team that plays a vital role in supporting the dietary needs of a diverse population while adhering to health standards and best practices in food preparation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year of related work experience.
• Hold or obtain food service certifications within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves meals to the assigned service population.
• Maintains kitchen inventory and ensures compliance with health standards.
• Monitors food safety and cleanliness in the kitchen area.

Skills

Food Preparation

Safety in Food Handling

Inventory Management

Customer Service

Ability to Lift Heavy Objects

Education

High School Diploma

Food Service Certifications

Job description

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

Introduction

The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office is seeking a professional, dedicated individual for a full-time Cook position located in the Adult Detention Center.

Job Summary

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Prepares meals.
• Ensures safety in food handling activities during meal preparation.
• Serves meals to assigned service population.
• Maintains kitchen inventory and records.
• Records number of meals requested or otherwise served to the assigned client population; posts meal count and supply orders as received; records count of utensils given and returned, as needed; maintains accurate inventory of food and supplies; records temperature of refrigerator, freezer, and food before shipping food (as applicable depending on the assigned department) and before serving meals; and completes daily food production records on meals served.
• Maintains safety in handling food during meal preparation, complying with procedures and Health Department requirements; follows health standards and program procedures for maintaining equipment and for sanitary dishwashing, rinsing and sanitizing of utensils, dishes and cookware; monitors ovens, refrigerator, freezers, homebound bags (as or where applicable), and floors for cleanliness; ensures food is stored at appropriate temperatures; and complies with program requirements for appropriate hygiene and attire.
• Knowledge of the methods and best practices for food preparation service as applicable to the assigned department and/or service area.
• Knowledge of the dietary needs of a potentially diverse service population.
• Ability to understand and comply with program procedures for safe meal preparation, facility cleanliness, and the use of kitchen equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, clients/customers, vendors, and the general public.
• Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours to support a service providing 3 meals a day/7days a week; must be willing to work on a rotational basis including working weekends and holidays and during severe weather conditions.
• May be required to work at alternate locations and perform alternate duties in case of County emergency.

Hiring salary commensurate with experience.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) year of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Hold or obtain applicable food service certifications within three (3) months of hire to include a Food Service Sanitation Certification and a ServeSafe Certification.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

Selection process includes review of the Applicant Screening Questionnaire and County employment application; in-person interview(s); and an intensive background investigation to include fingerprinting, criminal background check, credit check, driving record, and polygraph examination.