Detention Cook

Albany County is seeking to hire a Cook in the Detention Center. This is a full-time, benefited position that will be responsible for providing a balanced nutritional program for the inmate population.

The working hours for this position will be 5:30am – 3:30 pm OR 7:30am – 5:30pm. This position will work four, 10-hour shifts any combination of times. Weekend availability is a must.

• High School Graduate or GED;
• Prefer some cooking experience.

• Be self-directed, organized;
• The ability to work independently as well as with other kitchen staff;
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

• Preparing balanced nutritional meals for the occupants according to a pre-established menu;
• Ensuring that preparation techniques meet OSHA safety and health requirements for:
  Protective barriers during preparation;
  Proper serving size;
  Proper serving temperature;
  Proper equipment sanitation & storage.
• Accounting for utensil, equipment and implement:
  Counts before and after use (each meal);
  Proper function, condition, and needed repairs;
  Labor supervision & work schedules.
• Maintain the security of the kitchen areas and other areas used;
• Receive, off-load inventory, and store all supplies;
• Forecast, order, and verify projected supply needs;
• Comply with all Detention Center policies and procedures;
• Report to the Jail Administrator, Sergeant, Corporal/shift supervisor;
• Prepare and document meals prepared for inmates with special dietary needs;
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary: $17.33/hour