On-Call Cook 2 (In-Training) – Large-Scale Kitchen

State of Washington; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Compensation package

Training & development

Public service

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking an On-Call Cook 2 for the Bellingham Reentry Center in Bellingham, WA. The Cook 2 is an in-training position; depending on qualifications, candidate may be appointed at Cook 1 or directly at Cook 2.

The role supports meals for residents and adheres to safety, nutrition, and regulatory standards. Responsibilities include food preparation and service, inventory, safety, and adherence to menus and dietary needs.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ cooking experience in a large-scale food service or culinary operation.
• Completion of a course in large-scale cooking may be substituted for one year of experience.
• One (1) year as a Cook 1 in State service.
• Current food handler permit required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation and service of all food on a shift.
• Perform mathematical calculations by converting recipes to determine the appropriate quantity of food products required to meet menu requirements and populations to be served.
• Ensure adherence to appropriate portion control protocols.
• Check food product during and after preparation, ensuring appropriate quality standards are met and adequate quantity has been prepared.
• Understand and apply rethermalization of food process/procedures if appropriate.
• Practice and perform progressive cooking techniques for quality control and to decrease waste within the food service area.
• Follow basic safety practices to preclude hazards and accidents.
• Prepare special diets as required (medical or religious).
• Maintain and model the highest standards of personal hygiene.
• Keep work surfaces and equipment clean and in compliance with state and local Health Department sanitation standards.
• Follow basic safety practices to avoid hazards and accidents.
• Maintain and track knife and tool inventory.

Skills

2+ years cooking

Food safety knowledge

Ability to follow recipes

Job description

The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking an On-Call Cook 2 for the Bellingham Reentry Center in Bellingham, WA. The Cook 2 is an in-training position; depending on qualifications, candidate may be appointed at Cook 1 or directly at Cook 2.

The role supports meals for residents and adheres to safety, nutrition, and regulatory standards. Responsibilities include food preparation and service, inventory, safety, and adherence to menus and dietary needs.