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San Joaquin County Office of Education

Utility Cook, Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center (Emigrant Gap, CA

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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.

$39,503 / year median in California

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Job Description

About Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center During the school year, we are a residential outdoor science camp supporting 5th/6th grade students from San Joaquin County. We create life-changing experiences in the heart of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Here, our classrooms are the forests, the water's edge, and the inside of a snowbank. Our kitchen staff is an essential part of Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center. The kitchen team is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving meals to the hungry guests who have worked up an appetite from exploring the outdoors. Cooks are sure to enjoy the view of the lake from the lodge and are encouraged to join the campfire when their schedules allow! During summers and weekends, we provide support for private guest groups and various summer programs. Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the site supervisor, the purpose of the position is to perform a variety of food preparation duties according to planned menus, recipes, and the number of persons to be served. Prepares and cooks meals in large quantities. Performs custodial duties as needed. Maintains the kitchen in a clean and sanitary fashion. Routine work is performed in accordance with established and well-known policies, practices, and procedures. Does related work as required. At times, the job may require spending the night at camp during inclement weather.
Requirements / Qualifications
Equivalent of the completion of the twelfth grade. Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license and maintain a good driving record. Possession of CA Food Handlers certification. Basic knowledge of institutional quality food preparation, methods, procedures, and service, weights and measures, kitchen safety, and sanitation. If you meet the minimum requirements and are interested in applying for this position, you must apply online and attach the following documents to complete your application: a formal letter of interest, resume and three professional letters of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year). Please be sure to include all of these documents along with your completed and submitted application by the deadline date. If you need assistance with this process, please call (209) 468-4856. Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter) Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Professional Letters of Recommendation - Signed by Author)
Resume Pay:
From $51,660.00 per year
Work Location:
In person