Senior Cook

Dodge County; Town of Necedah (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO after 30 days

10 paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with employer contributions

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flex spending

WRS pension with match

Job summary

Dodge County is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our kitchen team in the Clearview department. This full-time, non-exempt role starts with an early morning shift (5:00am–1:15pm) and may require some weekends.

You will prepare and serve high-quality meals, monitor temperatures, manage stock, and train staff to ensure safety and efficiency. We offer a robust benefits package including PTO after 30 days, 10 holidays, health/dental/vision, HSA with employer contributions, life and disability

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• 3+ years cooking or high-volume food prep experience (equivalent combo allowed).
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Must pass caregiver and criminal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cooks to ensure food prep and cooking duties are communicated and completed.
• Use leftovers and supplies efficiently to minimize waste.
• Prepare and cook bulk quantities per established recipes.
• Monitor food temperatures and maintain temperature logs.
• Receive, inspect, rotate, and stock items using FIFO; report shortages.
• Set up serving lines and assist in serving and feeding residents.

Skills

PPE knowledge

Health Dept rules

Food prep quality

Follow recipes

Operate kitchen equipment

Training others

HIPAA confidentiality

Customer care

Time management

Flexibility after hours

Education

High School diploma

ServSafe certification

Job description

Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Starting Wage Range: $20.46/hr. - $22.48/hr.

Department: Clearview
Position Open Until Filled

AM Hours: 5:00am - 1:15pm, Some weekends required

Dodge County offers a generous benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) - available for use after 30 days of employment
• 10 observed paid holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) - with employer contributions - HRA
• Life insurance, Long-term disability, short-term disability and Flex spending
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) - an exceptional pension plan with employer match (upon vesting) and lifetime retirement payment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collaborates with other cooks to assure food preparation and cooking duties are communicated and completed.
• Works with Supervisors to assure utilization of food and supplies including leftovers to minimize waste.
• Prepares and cooks high quality bulk quantities of menu items in accordance with established recipes.
• Monitors food temperature and refrigeration equipment; maintains records regarding temperatures.
• Receives and check's in all stock items from distributors and inspects for damages. Rotates stock upon putting it away with First In First Out protocol. Monitors stock for dented or damages, date marks products, communication to Director and ordering assistant regarding shortages and items we did not receive.
• Moves food product in and out of storerooms, coolers, freezers, and to resident households.
• Portions food and serving in accordance with diet and preferences.
• Bakes food items as necessary.
• Notifies Manager of special supplies requests or equipment maintenance needs.
• Assists in the training of other food service personnel, as requested.
• Assists in leading and directing the work of other food service personnel, as needed.
• Maintains compliance with food handling safety standards and sanitation procedures; reports unsafe conditions, hazardous equipment, or accidents immediately.
• Maintains food storage, work areas, and associated spaces in a clean and safe condition according to established policies and procedures.
• Washes and sanitizes dishes, counters, kitchen equipment, and floors assuring Health Department standards of sanitation and safety are met at all times.
• Routinely cleans stoves, steamtables, oven equipment, refrigerator, freezer, floors, etc.
• Maintains orderly and safe storage of food and supplies.
• Assists in setting up serving lines; serves and feeds as needed.
• Reports change of resident condition and tracks/updates resident diet changes.
• Clears and clean tables and chairs after use.
• Cleans up spills or breakage immediately.
• Restocks condiments and dishes/silverware as needed.
• Empties and cleans trash receptacles.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of PPE and its proper use for personal safety measures.
• Ability to understand and follow Health Department rules and regulations and SafeServ Guidelines.
• Knowledge of quality food preparation, storage, sanitation, and equipment safety.
• Ability to follow recipes and cook large quantities.
• Ability to safely operate various kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow proper safe handling and utilization of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Ability to safely operate and be able to train others on the operation of various kitchen equipment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all resident care information and assure resident rights and privacy are protected at all times per HIPAA.
• Ability to create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth and personal interest as well as a clean environment.
• Ability to work tactfully and cooperatively with residents, families, visitors, and entire staff throughout the organization.
• Ability to verbally communicate with residents, families, the public, and other members of the organization.
• Must be able to exhibit a warm, cheerful, caring manner.
• Must be able to safely perform the essential job functions.
• Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision.
• Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
• Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications consistent for this position.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems, and interpreting policies and regulations.
• Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
• Work has standard vision requirements.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information in moderately loud conditions.
• Work requires using of measuring devices, operating kitchen equipment and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work frequently requires exposure to extreme cold (refrigerators/freezers) and exposure to extreme heat (stoves/ovens/fryers) and occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts and exposure to chemicals.
• Work is primarily in a kitchen preparatory setting and dining/serving setting.
• Work environment includes exposure to infectious agents, chemical agents, and resident behaviors.

Dodge County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page: Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants.

Qualifications

EducationHigh School (preferred)

ExperienceHigh school diploma/equivalent with three (3) years cooking or food prep experience in a high-volume food service setting. Equivalent combination of education and experience which provides necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. (required)

ServSafe certification required upon hire. (preferred)

Must successfully pass caregiver and criminal background check. (preferred)

Post high school education in culinary arts. (preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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