Cook

HC1 Hamilton County; Kentucky; On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County is seeking a full-time Jail Cook in Noblesville, IN to prepare and serve meals, supervise inmate workers, and maintain kitchen sanitation in accordance with local codes. Responsibilities include menu planning, inventory, receiving deliveries, and producing accurate meal counts and production sheets.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong teamwork, and the ability to work extended hours, including weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of sanitary food preparation.
• Ability to supervise inmate workers and kitchen staff.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepares monthly menus and recipes.
• Supervises inmate workers in meal prep and serving.
• Ensures kitchen areas are clean and sanitized.
• Maintains weekly inventory and receives deliveries.
• Produces production sheets and meal counts; secures knife and utensil inventory.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervision of inmates

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dishwasher

Steamer

Food processor

Blender

Can opener

Scales

Meat slicer

Vertical cutter

Oven

Mixer

Grill

Job description

Location: 18100 Cumberland Road - Noblesville, Indiana, 46060 Hamilton County is one of Indiana's fastest growing, highest educated and wealthiest counties in the state and the Midwest. Two-thirds of the workforce lives and works in the county -- a percent that has remained constant since 2010. Hamilton County is continually recognized in rankings ranging from “Best Cities to Relocate To” and “Best City to Raise a Family” to “Healthiest County in Indiana” and “Happiest Suburbs in the Nation”. Come be a part of all Hamilton County has to offer as we work together to serve the citizens of Hamilton County.

Job Description: POSITION DESCRIPTION COUNTY OF HAMILTON, INDIANA

POSITION: Cook

DEPARTMENT: Jail

WORK SCHEDULE: As assigned

STATUS: Full-time

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

HOURLY RATE: $25.7269 per hour

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.

Hamilton 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 those accommodations would present an undue hardship.

Incumbent serves as Cook for the Jail, responsible for preparing and serving meals, cleaning kitchen and equipment, and supervising Jail Inmate workers.

DUTIES:

• Prepares monthly menus and recipes, planning special meals for detainees with unique dietary needs according to doctor's orders and discussing with Director of Food Services as needed.
• Supervises and trains Jail Inmate workers in preparing and serving meals, adding and subtracting measurements and quantities in recipes to adjust amount of prepared food as needed, and ensuring preparation is compliant with local codes, meals are served as scheduled, and Inmate workers work cooperatively.
• Supervises and trains Jail Inmate workers in cleaning and sanitizing all kitchen work areas, ensuring compliance with local sanitary codes.
• Responsible for completing a weekly inventory.
• Receives and verifies deliveries and ensures storage areas are maintained clean and orderly.
• Provides production sheets, meal counts for each meal served, special diets served and maintain security of knife and utensil inventory.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

As a result of the duties associated with this job, there is the potential of becoming exposed to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious diseases.

To safeguard employees and eliminate the liability placed on Hamilton County, employees working in this position shall begin the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination and subsequent training within 10 days of their initial job assignment per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030(f)(2)(i). The initial and two subsequent vaccinations shall be administered by the Hamilton County Health Department and free of charge to the employee. If the employee has previously received the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination, official documentation must be provided to the supervisor identifying the dates in which each shot was appropriately administered. A Temporary Medical Declination may be made for a period of up to six months. A Declination form must be completed, outlining the medical reasons for the temporary declination and forwarded to the Safety & Risk Manager. Employees temporarily declining the vaccine are prohibited from performing any duties in which they may be exposed to a blood borne pathogen or other potentially infectious disease until they are able to begin/continue the series of vaccinations. Failure to comply will result in termination of employment.

As a condition of employment, all employees of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office are expected to comply with the agency’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Therefore, employees working in this position must follow all County policies and procedures with respect to drug and alcohol testing. The policy requires random drug testing and the disclosure of certain drug prescriptions that are labeled as possibly affecting or impairing judgment, coordination or other senses, (including dizziness or drowsiness), or which may adversely affect the employee’s ability to perform work in a safe and productive manner.

I. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND KNOWLEDGE OF WORK:

High school diploma or GED.

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.

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions, and appropriately respond to constructive criticism.

Ability to perform simple arithmetic calculations.

Ability to ensure maintenance of clean, sanitized work areas and equipment, proper use of chemical cleaners.

Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and jail inmate workers, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.

Ability to work with others in a team environment, and maintain appropriate, respectful interrelationships with co-workers.

Ability to work rapidly for long periods and work on several tasks at the same time.

Ability to physically perform essential duties of the position, including standing for long periods, standing and walking at will, close vision, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds, hearing sounds/communication, and handling/grasping/fingering objects.

Ability to comply with all employer/department personnel policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.

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 exercising some independent judgement in determining appropriate quantities of food to prepare. Some care and skill are required to prevent damage to kitchen equipment and injury to self and others. Incumbent is responsible for the whereabouts of all inmate workers assigned to them and does their very best to ensure that contraband is not taken from the kitchen to ultimately provide and facilitate for a safe facility for all inmates

III. PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS:

Incumbent maintains frequent contact with co-workers and jail inmate workers for the purpose of exchanging information and supervising/directing inmate workers assigned to kitchen. Incumbent reports directly to Director of Food Services.

IV. PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Incumbent oversees food preparation and kitchen cleaning activities involving standing for long periods, standing and walking at will, close vision, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds, 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.

APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The job description for the position of Cook for the Jail describes the duties and responsibilities for employment in this position. I acknowledge that I have received this job description and understand that it is not a contract of employment. I am responsible for reading this job description and complying with all job duties, requirements and responsibilities contained herein, and any subsequent revisions.

Hamilton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify.

Welcome to Hamilton County Indiana! Hoosier Hospitality is our culture, and you will find a unique blend of communities that define sophistication, have entrepreneurial spirit, as well as home town charm. Walkable downtowns, waterfront access, dynamic sports venues, cultural and food attractions, and open land all demonstrate the diversity of our county offerings.

Who We Are: With a growing population of 300,000+ residents, Hamilton County is a great place to live, work, learn and play. We are strategically located in the Indianapolis metropolitan area. Close to downtown Indianapolis and the award-winning Indianapolis International Airport, Hamilton County is within a one-day drive of 50% of the U.S. population. We are listed as one of the fastest growing counties in the country and have earned a national designation as a Best Place to Live and Raise a Family. Home to four midsized cities and vibrant communities that include award-winning schools and workforce training opportunities, the county offers Midwest affordability, low tax rates, safe,walkable downtowns that include thriving arts communities, dining, entertainment and shopping with easy commute times and abundant parking. The county also includes options for lakeside living or properties in the open country. Central Indiana enjoys four seasons living for a variety of outdoor sports and recreation all year round. A short drive takes you to Indianapolis, the 16th largest city in the country and the state capitol. Home of the world-famous Indianapolis 500, The Indianapolis Colts, the Indiana Pacers, minor league soccer and baseball, and host of numerous college and professional champions, in addition to unique museums and cultural venues.

• Hamilton County #1 Best Counties to Live in Every State -MSN.com 2020
• Best Counties to Live in America –Niche.com 2018
• Healthiest Communities in America –US News & World Report 2019
• Carmel #2 Best Places to Live in 2021-2022 - Money 2021
• Fit City in Indiana - Barbend 2020
• Strongest Small Business Presence - Smart Asset 2020
• Safest City to Raise a Child - Safewise 2020
• Named as one of the Coolest Suburbs in America – Apartment Therapy 2019
• #1 Best Place to Live in America – Town and Country Magazine 2018
• #1 Best Places in U.S. to Launch a Career – Money Magazine 2018
• Noblesville World’s #1 Amphitheatre: Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center – Pollstar 2018
• Top 5 Places to Live in Indiana – HomeSnacks 2019
• Westfield #6 Best Place to Live - Money Magazine 2020
• Top Sports Facility in the U.S. – Sports Destination Management 2018
• Top 100 Safest Cities in America – Neighborhood Scout 2019

Why choose a career in the public sector with Hamilton County?

To provide the most responsive level of governmental services

To serve the public efficiently

Ability to make a difference in your community

The work is meaningful and rewarding

Improve your Work/Life balance

Stability and job growth

Excellent Benefits Work and live in one of the best County in the Nation! 950 Full-time positions 350+ part-time = 1,300+ County wide

Position Types: Law enforcement – Police, Corrections Officers in Jail, 911 Dispatch Center, Community Corrections Judiciary - Clerk’s Office, Court staff, Court Reporter/Bailiff, Probation & Prosecutors Clerical - Receptionist, Data Entry, Office Managers Labor/Trades/Crafts – Buildings & Grounds, Highway, Parks Department Professional and Executive – IT, Health Department, Engineers, Elected Officials/Department Heads, Human Resources

Benefits Highlights:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life (employee, spouse, children), Long and short-term Disability
• Hamilton County Employee Health Center & Pharmacy (Noblesville/Westfield): High quality primary medical care facility and wellness services Advocacy Program – One-on-one appointment with a Physician to evaluate chronic illness/injuries Nutrition Education and Wellness Center (diabetes, high cholesterol, weight loss and management, cancer and kids health) Pharmacy – Low-cost co-payments, encourage use of generic meds, Medication Management Program providing review of medication interactions/effectiveness
• Leave Benefits: Sick leave, bereavement, holidays (10-13 per year), compensatory time, paid time off (1 week at 6 months, 2 weeks at 1 year then an additional day each year until max of 22 days on year 15). Upon completion of 30 years of service time, employees earn 1 additional day per year up to 40 years of service time.
• Retirement Benefit Options: Indiana Public Employee Retirement Fund Pension (annuity & pension), AUL Deferred Compensation Plan, McCready Retirement (Merit staff)