Posting ID# 5455

October 9, 2018

POSITION:  Cook/Baker

LOCATION:  Carson High School

OPEN TO:  Employees of Carson City School District currently on the same grade or higher.

TRANSFER PERIOD:  Closes October 22, 2018.

SALARY & BENEFITS:  Grade 17.  Range begins with Step 1 = $12.82 per hour.  7.0 hours per day, 182 days per year.  Requests for transfer will be considered first; however, a request for transfer does not guarantee that a transfer will be granted.  If no transfer is approved, all application materials will be reviewed to determine those who possess the most appropriate qualifications.

NOTE: Cook/Bakers may be re-assigned to locations that will best serve the needs of the students and the school district.

APPLICATION:  Complete the online application by clicking "Apply for this Position." The application will require:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Last three (3) evaluations (if no evaluations or incomplete: submit documentation on why no or partial evaluations).

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:  Graduation from high school or the equivalent.  A typical qualifying entrance background is completion of formal or informal training in baking and cooking, or a closely related field; or experience performing the work of a journey cook or baker, or experience at or equivalent to experience as a Cafeteria Worker in the Carson City School District, wherein the incumbent has acquired the knowledge and abilities listed below.  Bilingual preferred.

Cook/Bakers are not guaranteed a specific site.  They may be assigned to locations that will best serve the needs of the students and the school district.

Must be able to pass the pre-employment drug screen, physical, and lift test.

This is a replacement position.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:   The Human Resources Department will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the employment process.  If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources Department at the time you turn in your application or at least three (3) days prior to an interview by calling (775) 283-2130.

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 Carson City School District

Job Description

Job Title            Cook/Baker                                

Location            School Site                                 

Department      Nutrition Services                        

General Job Description:

Under general supervision, to perform skilled, large quantity cooking and baking in the preparation of main dishes, vegetables, sauces, gravies, breads, desserts and other items; to serve food to student sand staff; to maintain kitchen and serving areas in a clean and orderly condition; and to perform related work as required.

Experience or training required:

Knowledge of:  Principles and methods of quantity food preparation, serving and storage; care and use of standard cafeteria appliances and utensils; sanitation and safety procedures related to cafeterias, particularly food preparation, serving and storage; techniques of baking and front burner cooking; basic math and weights and measures; basic nutritional standards; appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

Ability to:  Bake or cook a variety of appetizing foods; prepare an entrée for a large number of customers; serve students efficiently, observing sanitation standards; prepare individual salads and meals; maintain standards of nutrition and food quality; observe and subscribe to time limitations; operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective proactive relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Any combination of training, education, and experience, which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position:  Graduation from high school or the equivalent.  A typical qualifying entrance background is completion of formal or informal training in baking and cooking, or a closely related field; or experience performing the work of a journey cook or baker, or experience at or equivalent to experience as a Cafeteria Worker in the Carson City School District, wherein the incumbent has acquired the knowledge and abilities listed above.

Licenses or Certificates required:

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent certificate, a valid driver’s license issued by the state of residence, and an original Social Security Card.

The Job Functions:

The Cook/Baker class is skilled in food preparation.  Positions in this class receive specific direction relative to menu and quantity of foods; however, the incumbent makes choices in the application of defined methods or procedures.  Incumbents use self-developed recipes to cook and bake a variety of foods.  They maintain appropriate kitchen sanitation and adhere to strict deadlines.  Incumbents often act as resource persons for student workers and are involved in training of new employees.

Essential Job Functions:

Bakes breads, cakes, cookies, rolls, pizza dough, pastries and related foodstuffs; measures, weighs and mixes ingredients; increases and breaks down recipes to produce specified quantity of food; cuts, rolls and shapes dough in preparation for baking; prepares and applies fillings, glazes, icings and other toppings; observes and tests products being baked and adjusts oven temperatures; checks foods for taste and appearance; prepares salads, hot and cold sandwiches, and entrée items having several ingredients; mixes spices and ingredients to produce desired taste, texture and color; washes, peels, cuts and shreds vegetables; slices and grates vegetables, fruits, meats and cheese; makes Jell-O, puddings ands custards; assembles finished food products; dishes and pans food for serving; serves on serving line; maintains kitchen sanitation; cleans and stores cafeteria equipment and food supplies; stores and utilizes leftovers; operates ovens, steam tables and other food service equipment; operates a variety of utensils and equipment, such as blenders, mixers, steamers, grinders and slicers; operates dishwasher and washes trays, utensils and other service equipment; keeps accurate records of quantities used and ingredients needed in accordance with menus; assists and instructs helpers or new personnel in methods and procedures of tasks assigned; directs the work of student workers; tests new recipes and makes appropriate recommendations; places stock in pantry, refrigerators and freezers; rotates food stock; keeps pantry, refrigerators and freezers clean; modifies menus to ensure that foods served are economical and nutritionally balanced; counts monies and lunch tickets; works as Cafeteria Manager in his/her absence; works with cash registers; may be required to drive from school to school; and performs related work as required.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Strength:  Medium Work  -  Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.  Incumbents are required to be on their feet while performing the essential functions of the job.  Incumbents must be in good physical condition and must take a physical examination at the District’s expense.  Incumbents must have a tuberculosis test every two (2) years at the employee’s expense.

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When applying for a position, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the appropriate position vacancy announcement.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Carson City School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or on any other basis protected by state or federal law, and it provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the District’s non-discrimination policies: Title IX and 504 Coordinator, 1402 W. King Street, Carson City, NV 89703,

(775) 283-2130.