AC Cook | On-Call

Overview

Multiple On-Call Positions Available

Location: Washington Corrections Center for Women | Gig Harbor, WA

Salary Range: $29.96 - $40.30 Hourly

Represented by: Teamsters 117 bargaining unit

Note: The candidate of choice must be able to work in a prison environment as you will be required to work in the facility daily. The Washington State Department of Corrections Washington Corrections Center for Women is seeking dedicated cooks to join their team as an AC Cook
.

• Provide oversight for the vocational training, direction, and supervision of an incarcerated individual work crew.
• Provide incarcerated individuals with vocational and job skills training to prepare them for employment after transition to the community.
• Under supervision, supervise inmates in: preparation, cooking, serving, and storage of food; receiving and unloading trucks; and instruction in equipment use.
• Maintain safety and hygiene in the kitchen, including HACCP, proper food handling, and safe operation of kitchen equipment (mixers, slicers, grills, steam kettles).
• Perform inventory and reporting tasks; supervise and monitor incarcerated individuals; ensure areas remain locked at all times.

Required qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• AND
  Successful completion of a culinary arts program at an accredited community college or vocational school
• OR
  High School diploma or equivalent AND two years of experience as a cook in a large-scale operation (e.g., 300 complete meals per day)

Additional knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Two years of supervisory experience

Preferred qualifications:

• Successful completion of classes relating to food safety and sanitation
• Ability to problem solve on short notice

A Completed Application Packet Will Include

• A cover letter regarding your interest in this position with our agency
• A detailed resume
• Three professional references

Vision:
Working together for safer communities. Mission:
Improving public safety by positively changing lives. Our Commitment:
To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington. Our Core Values include integrity, respect, safety, positivity, and supporting people’s success.

Note:

This recruitment may be used to fill more than one position. Telework details and benefits are described in the extended information below, including potential telework eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Opportunity: DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in accordance with applicable laws.

• This recruitment may be used to fill more than one position.
• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application.
• Phone number and email address are required for all professional references.
• A background check including criminal history will be conducted prior to hire.
• Employees may work near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting.
• Pre-employment drug testing may be administered; positive results may disqualify.