Cook - Harmony Haven

The County of Riverside's Department of Public Social Services, Children's Services Division, is seeking a qualified Cook. This position is assigned to Harmony Haven Children and Youth Center (HHCYC) in Beaumont.

• All applicants for positions at HHCYC must meet the age requirement of at least 21 years of age as required by the Transitional Shelter Care Facility Operating Standards by the California Department of Social Services. Applicants who are under 21 years of age are not eligible for positions within HHCYC, but may be eligible for positions in other divisions or departments.
• This position may require weekends.
• The position requires a valid Food Handler's card issued by the County of Riverside upon hire. If you currently have a valid card, please attach a copy to your application. As a Cook at Harmony Haven you will prepare large quantities of food as well as deliver the prepared food via county vehicle to the facilities tenants. Candidates will be responsible for preparing 3 meals and 3 snacks in accordance with USDA requirements and the USDA recommended diet, prepare menus, order and / or shop for food and ingredients, deliver the food via carts within the facility, lift and move various cooking utensils and be responsible for clean up of dishes. The most competitive candidates will have experience with banquet cooking, working with deadlines and cooking large quantity meals for 30 or more people at one time for multiple meals. Meet the Team! The County of Riverside Department of Public Social Services is comprised of employees who work collectively and in partnership with community-based organizations to serve the needs of the community. Can you see yourself here?
• Prepare, cook and season soups, meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, desserts, baked goods, and other foods; follow master recipes in the preparation of food.
• Assist in ordering, receiving, checking, and storing foods and supplies.
• Guide the work of Food Service Workers assigned to the cooking area, in the cleaning of food preparation equipment and areas; may perform meat-cutting duties.
• Prepare routine records and reports when required; will be required to work various shifts when other cooks are not available. OPTION I Education : Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test. Experience : One year of large quantity cooking experience in an institutional, military, large commercial kitchen, or similar setting which has developed skills in measuring and mixing ingredients according to recipes and number of persons to be served. OPTION II Education : Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test. Experience : Two years in a position equivalent to a County of Riverside Food Service Worker. OPTION III Education : Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test . Experience : One year in food service work within a detention facility. OPTION IV Education : Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test. Experience : One year in a position equivalent to a County of Riverside Cook. ALL OPTIONS Knowledge of : The practices, methods, and equipment used in preparing and cooking food in large quantities from recipes; sanitation methods in cleaning and caring of equipment; storing and inventorying large quantities of food; common weights and measures; occupational hazards and safety precautions of kitchen areas and equipment. Ability to : Prepare, cook, and coordinate cooking processes so that nutritional meals are prepared and served on time; read and understand recipes, labels, and instructions for food preparation; perform basic mathematical operations to determine the proportions of ingredients with a minimum of waste; follow oral and written directions; guide and provide concise instructions to Food Service Workers; cut, slice, and grind meat and poultry; maintain personal cleanliness and neatness; maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the position; prepare routine records and reports. Other Requirements License : Possession of a valid California Driver's License is necessary at the time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment. County vehicles may be available but are not guaranteed. Employees may be required to use their own vehicles for field travel. Mileage reimbursement is available when using a personal vehicle for County business. Harmony Haven Children and Youth Center is a 24-hour facility, and incumbents will be required to participate in a mandatory overnights, overtime, holiday and on-call schedule. Per California Health and Safety Code (HSC) 1562, must be at least 21 years of age. What's Next? This recruitment is open to ALL Applicants Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County. Application Period : BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the deadline. No late applications will be permitted. Include relevant work experience details on resume and / or application. Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Additional Information : Contact Joshua Roberts at JoRoberts @rivco.org with any questions regarding this recruitment.