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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.
$36,102 / year median in Idaho
-1% projected decline
Job Description
at Shoshone County in Wallace, Idaho, United States Job Description The Part-Time Jail Cook is responsible for preparing and serving meals for inmates housed at the Shoshone County Jail while maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen. Duties include meal preparation, portioning and serving food, following established menus and dietary requirements, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment and work areas, maintaining food safety standards, and assisting with inventory and food storage. The position is approximately 24 hours per week and may occasionally require additional hours to cover shifts. Applicants must be able to work in a secure correctional environment and successfully complete a background check for security clearance. Previous food service or kitchen experience is preferred, but on-the-job training will be provided. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account