Cook POOL - MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility

Oregon State Government Jobs; Woodburn (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Cooks for the MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility. In this role, you will prepare nutritious meals while ensuring compliance with health regulations. You'll also mentor youth involved in food service programs, contributing to their vocational training. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on young lives while working in a dynamic kitchen environment. If you have a passion for culinary arts and a desire to help others, this role is perfect for you. Join a team committed to excellence and community service!

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a cook in a food service facility.
• Possession of a food handler's card required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to state and federal regulations.
• Supervise youth in vocational food-related work experience programs.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Practices

Menu Planning

Supervision

Education

Certificate of Completion in Culinary Arts

Experience as a Cook

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 02/27/2025

Application Deadline:

Agency: Oregon Youth Authority

Salary Range: $3,705.00 - $5,066.00

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Cook POOL - MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility

OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY

Cook 2 - POOL

Woodburn - MACLAREN YOUTH CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

Salary: $3,705.00 - $5,066.00 monthly / $21.38 - $29.23 hourly

OYA welcomes you to join our exceptional team of Cooks at the MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility!

The Oregon Youth Authority is actively recruiting individuals for a diverse range of Cook positions at the MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility in Woodburn, Oregon. These positions encompass Permanent Part-time and Full-time roles, as well as Limited Durations and Temporary assignments. Within this role, you will be responsible for the preparation and service of wholesome, enticing meals in accordance with both state and federal regulations. Additionally, the position involves the training and oversight of youth who are engaged in vocational food-related work experience programs.

Day in the life of a Cook:

• Assures proper transportation of residents in a safe and secure manner. Wears duress system and radio anytime supervising youth.
• Controls behavior of youth assigned to the work area or in close proximity campus wide.
• Visually supervises youth in the kitchen at all times in regards to manners, conduct, and behavior.
• Works independently using common Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) menu and standardized recipes to cook, prepare, and coordinate nutritious, appetizing, and visually appealing meals every day.
• Adjusts menus and recipes to meet site population needs including re-evaluating changes for nutritional content, and staying in compliance with federal USDA guidelines.
• Prepares special diets for medical, dental, and religious needs.
• Performs daily cooking tasks, provides instructions, and makes preparations utilizing a variety of equipment.
• Coordinates service and delivery of meals effectively, in a timely manner, and on schedule.
• Maintains health and sanitation standards in food preparation including food, utensils, and equipment.

Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team every other Wednesday between 11am-11:30am PST during our OYA Career Chat Sessions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Multiple Positions: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies.
• Salary: Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education.
• Annual Increases: This position receives annual increases on anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
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WORKING CONDITIONS:

• OYA facilities are tobacco free environments.
• Shift work in a 24-hour, 7-day a week operation, with night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Frequent exposure to verbal abuse, threats, and dealing with impulsive, rebellious, assaultive youth.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

• One year of experience as a cook in a food service facility OR possession of a Certificate of Completion in culinary arts and/or Foods and Hospitality Service from a certified community college or technical school.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a food handler's card, must have the ability to obtain the appropriate county food handler's card within 30 days of hire.

Application Instruction:

1. Ensure your application and/or resume thoroughly reflect your skills, experience, knowledge, and/or education pertinent to this position.

2. Submit a comprehensive application or upload a detailed resume, including dates of employment and descriptions of duties/responsibilities for each position.

3. Following the submission of your application, promptly respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire.

4. If you are a veteran, please do not attach your DD214/DD215/civil service preference letter to your application.

Additional Information:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we are here to serve. OYA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Pre-employment Checks: OYA will conduct a criminal record check and other background checks as required for the position.

Have Questions?: For questions about the job announcement, email [e-mail].