Address
Form of workSalary : $39,312.00 - $60,340.80 Annually
Location : San Luis Obispo, CA
Job Type: Permanent - Hourly
Job Number: 1023KS-001341-01
Department: Sheriff-Coroner Office
Division: Sheriff-Coroner
Opening Date: 10/10/2023
About the Position
This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until filled.
Do you have experience providing food services and want to be a part of a team of high-level professionals? If yes, the Sheriff's Office is seeking a self-motivated, hard-working individual to fill the position of Cook!
As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking all types of foods in large quantities for the County Jail. This position involves working in a fast-paced environment to follow recipes and prepare special diets as directed, using a variety of kitchen equipment such as blenders, mixers, grinders, and slicers. Additionally, you are responsible to ensure food is properly stored and leftover foods are used according to prescribed procedures, as well as ensuring equipment and dishes are properly cleaned. In this position you may be required to load and drive large transportation vehicles for purposes of delivering meals and you may also be required to operate a communications radio.
Click here, to learn more about the divisions and units within the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office
Click here, to view the full job description for Cook I
Click here, to view the full job description for Cook II
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have previous experience cooking large quantities of food and will be comfortable working in a kitchen environment for the Jail, directing the work of assigned kitchen staff and working on, and with, kitchen equipment and supplies. A strong work ethic and communication skills are key. The ability to understand and follow recipes, written and oral instructions, and keep simple records is a must, as is the ability to be a team player and work cooperatively with others, including resident inmates of institutions such as the County Jail.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Examples of qualifying education and experience include:
Cook I: One year of experience in commercial or institutional cooking or the equivalent combination of institutional/commercial cooking education courses and experience.
Cook II:Two years of experience in commercial or institutional cooking or the equivalent combination of institutional/commercial cooking education courses and experience.
How to Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Working Conditions:
Perhaps obvious, but this position does require you to work in the jail. Working inside a jail can be considered a "difficult" or "challenging" environment for some.
Click here to watch a video tour of a cook in the jail.
Supplemental Information
Background Check:To accept a position with the Sheriff's Office, you must successfully complete a Sheriff's Background Investigation. Below is a partial list of offenses or issues that may disqualify you from successful completion. Please review the below list:
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.
Reasonable Accommodation Notice
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.
Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
Make a Difference
Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.
Compensation and Benefits
Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.
For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated .
Some benefits include:
- Medical (PPO, EPO), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
- Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
- Free visits to the employee health clinic
- Mental Health resources/benefits
- Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
- A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
- Optional deferred compensation plan
- Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
- Paid personal, sick and vacation days
- 12 paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education and Wellness Allowance
- Post Employment Health Plan
- Family Friendly workplace policies
- Flexible work schedule options
-Rideshare commuter benefits
The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.
Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:
The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.
Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:
The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.
To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria),
Learning and Development
The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.
Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include:
- Emotional Intelligence
- Supervisor/Manager academies
- Microsoft Suite courses
- Defensive Driving
- Financial management
- Retirement preparedness
- Teambuilding
- Written Communication
- Conflict Management
- Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC
- Job specific conferences/trainings
Student Loan Forgiveness
Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.
Homebuyer assistance program
Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by to get a loan for the down payment.
01
Do you have at least one year of experience in commercial or institutional cooking or the equivalent combination of institutional / commercial cooking education courses and experience?
02
In order to prepare for the recruitment process, candidates are required to watch the video tour of a Cook in the jail linked in the Working Conditions section of the job posting. To watch the video, you may also copy and paste the following link into your browser:https://youtu.be/Xndqq98BabEHave you watched the video tour of a Cook in the jail?
Required Question
Location : San Luis Obispo, CA
Job Type: Permanent - Hourly
Job Number: 1023KS-001341-01
Department: Sheriff-Coroner Office
Division: Sheriff-Coroner
Opening Date: 10/10/2023
About the Position
This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until filled.
Do you have experience providing food services and want to be a part of a team of high-level professionals? If yes, the Sheriff's Office is seeking a self-motivated, hard-working individual to fill the position of Cook!
As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking all types of foods in large quantities for the County Jail. This position involves working in a fast-paced environment to follow recipes and prepare special diets as directed, using a variety of kitchen equipment such as blenders, mixers, grinders, and slicers. Additionally, you are responsible to ensure food is properly stored and leftover foods are used according to prescribed procedures, as well as ensuring equipment and dishes are properly cleaned. In this position you may be required to load and drive large transportation vehicles for purposes of delivering meals and you may also be required to operate a communications radio.
Click here, to learn more about the divisions and units within the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office
Click here, to view the full job description for Cook I
Click here, to view the full job description for Cook II
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have previous experience cooking large quantities of food and will be comfortable working in a kitchen environment for the Jail, directing the work of assigned kitchen staff and working on, and with, kitchen equipment and supplies. A strong work ethic and communication skills are key. The ability to understand and follow recipes, written and oral instructions, and keep simple records is a must, as is the ability to be a team player and work cooperatively with others, including resident inmates of institutions such as the County Jail.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Examples of qualifying education and experience include:
Cook I: One year of experience in commercial or institutional cooking or the equivalent combination of institutional/commercial cooking education courses and experience.
Cook II:Two years of experience in commercial or institutional cooking or the equivalent combination of institutional/commercial cooking education courses and experience.
How to Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Working Conditions:
Perhaps obvious, but this position does require you to work in the jail. Working inside a jail can be considered a "difficult" or "challenging" environment for some.
Click here to watch a video tour of a cook in the jail.
Supplemental Information
Background Check:To accept a position with the Sheriff's Office, you must successfully complete a Sheriff's Background Investigation. Below is a partial list of offenses or issues that may disqualify you from successful completion. Please review the below list:
- Any felony conviction
- Recent misdemeanor conviction, or any two misdemeanor convictions as an adult
- Poor employment history
- Any sale, manufacture, or cultivation of illegal drugs
- Recent use of illegal substances such as opiates, hallucinogens, injectables, cocaine, methamphetamine, or similar substance
- Use of Marijuana within the past two years
- Poor driving record such as numerous hazardous traffic violations or chargeable accidents
- Recent conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or any two convictions for this offense as an adult
- Any act of domestic violence, as defined by law
- Any crime committed against a child
- Behavior or derogatory remarks constituting discrimination or bias toward others based on their race, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected class
- Any material misstatement of fact or intentional omission of information during the application or background process
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.
Reasonable Accommodation Notice
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.
Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
Make a Difference
Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.
Compensation and Benefits
Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.
For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated .
Some benefits include:
- Medical (PPO, EPO), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
- Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
- Free visits to the employee health clinic
- Mental Health resources/benefits
- Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
- A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
- Optional deferred compensation plan
- Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
- Paid personal, sick and vacation days
- 12 paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education and Wellness Allowance
- Post Employment Health Plan
- Family Friendly workplace policies
- Flexible work schedule options
-Rideshare commuter benefits
The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.
Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:
The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.
Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:
The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.
To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria),
Learning and Development
The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.
Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include:
- Emotional Intelligence
- Supervisor/Manager academies
- Microsoft Suite courses
- Defensive Driving
- Financial management
- Retirement preparedness
- Teambuilding
- Written Communication
- Conflict Management
- Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC
- Job specific conferences/trainings
Student Loan Forgiveness
Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.
Homebuyer assistance program
Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by to get a loan for the down payment.
01
Do you have at least one year of experience in commercial or institutional cooking or the equivalent combination of institutional / commercial cooking education courses and experience?
- Yes
- No
02
In order to prepare for the recruitment process, candidates are required to watch the video tour of a Cook in the jail linked in the Working Conditions section of the job posting. To watch the video, you may also copy and paste the following link into your browser:https://youtu.be/Xndqq98BabEHave you watched the video tour of a Cook in the jail?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
