Cook 2

Ohio Department of Youth Services; Circleville (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Youth Services is seeking a Cook 2 for the Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility. This role involves food preparation, serving, and supervising youth workers. Candidates should have experience in food services and a strong focus on safety and sanitation.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in food preparation and sanitation required.
• Formal education in arithmetic needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food for the Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility.
• Supervise youth workers assigned to the work area.
• Maintain safety and sanitation of the work area.

Skills

Food Services

Attention to Detail

Customer Focus

Situational Awareness

Education

Formal education in arithmetic

6 months of training or experience in food preparation

Job description

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What You'll Do

The Department of Youth Services provides stability, support, safety, and security for all employees of DYS. The Cook 2 will provide valuable services to the Youth we serve.

Specifically, The Cook 2 Will

• Work under direction with thorough knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, storage, and operation of food service equipment to prepare and serve food for the Ohio Department of Youth Services (DYS) Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility. Responsibilities include preparation and cooking of foods, monitoring service lines, loading carts, storing foods, and general cleaning. Operate commercial/standard kitchen equipment, mix salads, make desserts, dressings, breads, prepare hot and cold beverages, and special menu items. Slice meats and cheeses, make sandwiches, assemble fruit plates and relish trays, clean and cut vegetables and meats before cooking, and ensure safety and sanitation of the work area. Supervise youth workers assigned to the work area.
• Set up food lines and portions according to dietary requirements, prepare food carts based on recipes, maintain safety and sanitation, pack leftovers for storage, and secure food storage areas and utensils.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including attending meetings, trainings, and seminars related to food preparation.

Formal education in arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and at least 6 months of training or experience in food preparation, sanitation, storage, and use of food service equipment in institutional, school, or restaurant settings are required.

• Or equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Food Services

Organization: Youth Services - Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility

Agency Contact Name and Information: Cally Gilliland, [e-mail]

Unposting Date: May 15, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location: Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Pickaway County-Circleville

Compensation: $19.95 - $21.97

Schedule: Full-time

Work Hours: 3 shifts of 13.5 hours per week

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Food Services

Technical Skills: Food Services

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Situational Awareness

About Us

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Youth Services (DYS) is to improve Ohio's future by habilitating youth and empowering families and communities. We believe that all youth will be given an opportunity to reach their potential, and staff are our greatest resource.

DYS is the juvenile corrections system for Ohio, confining felony offenders aged 10-21 who are adjudicated and committed by Ohio's juvenile courts. During their stay, youth participate in programs designed to address their criminological and behavioral needs. DYS serves thousands of youth in facilities and on parole.

Our Guiding Principles

• Staff are our greatest resource
• Respect everyone
• Cultivate a trauma-responsive environment
• Provide the best support and services for youth and families
• Promote inclusion and understanding
• Encourage collaboration and continuous improvement
• Celebrate successes and support each other