$36.51-$44.40 Hourly / $6,329.00-$7,696.00 Monthly / $75,946.00-$92,352.00 Yearly
According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.
1. Supervises and participates in the planning, preparation and serving of meals at a facility or institution; assigns subordinates and inspects their work; supervises, either directly or through subordinates, all phases of kitchen operations; consults with, and advises subordinates as necessary; responsible for quality control in all kitchen operations.
2. Follows prescribed menus and recipes to meet nutritional guidelines and special dietary needs with considerations for budgeted food costs and the facilities equipment.
3. Oversees the preparation of, prepares, cooks, and bakes all types of food, including cooking food for special functions.
4. Performs and supervises purchasing which involves contacting vendors, placing orders, and evaluating products; receives, stores, inventories and distributes all food supplies.
5. Supervises the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and utensils; inspects kitchen equipment and adjacent areas for safety and needed repairs.
6. Assists in the training and evaluation of subordinate staff.
7. Prepares and maintains daily, weekly, and monthly reports for federal, state and legal authorities; prepares other related records and reports as required.
These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.
Education:
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED or High School Proficiency Examination).
Experience:
Four (4) years of work experience cooking large quantities of food in a setting such as hospital, correctional facility, the military, hotel, restaurant or equivalent food service establishment.
Note: Coffee shops, small grab and go kiosks, and sandwich shops are not considered qualifying cooking experience.
License and Certification:
Substitution:
One (1) year of the required experience can be substituted by any of the following: completion of a one (1) year culinary arts certificate program; or completion of an apprenticeship program certified by a nationally recognized culinary arts organization; or possession of an Associate’s degree in culinary arts.