*Union Affiliation: * Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Deputies Association, an Affiliate of the Police Officers Association of Michigan (P.O.A.M.).

GENERAL SUMMARY

The purpose of this job is to provide nutritional and balanced meals to the inmates of the Kalamazoo County jail, working with up to 10 inmate workers. Strictly adhere to special diets such as food allergies or medical conditions requiring low sodium or no sugar.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare meals following the dietary content guidelines of the facility menu and recommend essential adaptations when necessary.
• Prepare meals for the inmates and correctional staff.
• Perform and record clean-up and maintenance of the kitchen equipment.
• Assist in unloading the food delivery truck.
• Report equipment malfunctions and supply needs to kitchen administrative staff.
• Direct and monitor the activities of the inmate workers assigned to the kitchen.
• Perform related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma (or G.E.D. equivalent)
• At least 3 to 5 years of related work experience, such as cook, culinary, dietician, or related experience.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Safe Serve Certification within 6 months of hire.

VETERANS:  Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.

*An individual with any of the following is ineligible for consideration for employment:  *A felony conviction, a pending felony or misdemeanor charge, a domestic violence conviction, or an outstanding warrant.

County positions include a benefits package with medical coverage, paid leave, and much more.  Available supplemental dental and vision.  The defined contribution pension is fully vested from day one.

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Over time, when available

To view the current collective bargaining agreement, go to www.kalcounty.com/hrd and click on Union Contracts (left side). 

All applicants must complete a K.C.S.O. application after a successful interview.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:

All candidates must submit a Kalamazoo County Application for Employment accompanied by a resume. Application materials may be submitted online.