Cook - Part Time

US Lawns; Lewisburg, Northern (Union County, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Union County is seeking a part-time-as-needed Cook for the Union County Department of Corrections in Lewisburg, PA. Hours are 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Flexible schedule and additional income opportunities are highlighted in the posting.

Responsibilities include food preparation, cooking, packing lunches, maintaining kitchen safety and security, and completing routine documentation. A high school diploma or GED and at least one year of institutional food prep experience are required, along with a valid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus one year of experience in institutional food preparation or an equivalent combination providing the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food; packs noon lunches; operates equipment used in food prep and service; monitors equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Monitors security of kitchen tools, utensils, and supplies; inventories eating utensils and reports shortages to security staff.
• Cleans food preparation areas, tables, utensils and equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of security policies and procedures.
• Completes forms, reports, charts, spreadsheets, meal counts, or other required documentation; reviews, processes, and retains materials as appropriate.
• Communicates with supervisors, County employees, inmates, vendors, and others to coordinate work and resolve problems.
• Operates a PC and office equipment for essential functions; may run errands.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year of experience in institutional food preparation

Job description

Job Description

The Union County Department of Corrections has an opening for a part-time-as-needed Cook to fill in for scheduled vacations.

Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

This position is ideal for someone looking for some additional income and a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food; packs noon lunches; operates various machinery and equipment associated with food preparation and food service activities; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
• Monitors security of kitchen tools, utensils, and supplies; inventories eating utensils and reports shortages to security staff.
• Cleans food preparation areas, tables, utensils and equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of security policies and procedures.
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, charts, spreadsheets, meal counts, or other documents.
  Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, menus, recipes, meal records, temperature records, utensil counts, freezer readings, policies, procedures, directories, reference materials, cook books, or other documentation; reviews, completes, proofreads, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
• Communicates with supervisors, County employees, inmates, vendors, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review the status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Operates a personal computer, general office equipment or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including the use of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, or other system software.
• Run errands.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and one year of experience in institutional food preparation or a related field or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
• Must possess and maintain a valid PA driver’s license

Background Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of:

• Criminal background investigation
• Drug and Alcohol Screening
• Reference checks

Why Consider this Position?

Great opportunity to earn additional income with flexible part-time hours.

Perfect for retirees looking to stay busy and supplement their retirement income.

Stable county government employment.

No late-night restaurant shifts or customer-facing service.

Candidates must complete a satisfactory pre-employment drug and alcohol screening, and a criminal background investigation.

Position will be posted until filled.

Union County is an EOE.

Company Description

Union County is a county in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. As of the 2020 census, the population was 42,681. Its county seat is Lewisburg. The county was created on March 22, 1813, from part of Northumberland County. Its name is an allusion to the federal Union.

Union County, Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.