COOK - County of Los Angeles, CA

Job Details

Salary : $38,899.68 - $52,275.36 Annually

Location : Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type: Full time

Job Number: F6396E

Department: PROBATION

Opening Date: 05/30/2024

Position/Program Information

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROBATION DEPARTMENT

EXAM NUMBER

F6396E

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

Open Competitive Job Opportunity

FIRST DAY OF FILINGFriday, May 31, 2024, at 8:00 a.m., (PT)

This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this class typically report to a Senior Cook and are responsible for cooking or assisting in cooking complete meals or specific menu items and may supervise subordinate food service workers, contract employees, and/or inmate workers assisting in these duties. Incumbents are skilled in standard cooking techniques utilized in the mixing, baking, cooking, and serving of foods in an institutional environment and are responsible for supervising the cleaning of utensils and equipment, including work areas, dining areas, and kitchen storerooms. Incumbents must have the verbal and written communication skills necessary to assist in the requisitioning, receiving, and inventorying of food supplies, the keeping of records and the preparation of reports. Duties of the position require the ability to stand or walk for long periods of time along with the ability to bend, stoop, squat, and reach. Positions assigned to either the Sheriff's or Probation Department are required to work in a custody/detention facility and are distinguished by their responsibility for supervising inmate workers.
Essential Job Functions

Prepares, cooks, and serves a variety of food items including soups, meats, vegetables, and other foods, and may supervise subordinate food service and/or inmate workers assisting in these tasks.
Prepares food items according to standardized recipes, modifying or substituting ingredients when necessary and upon approval of higher-level cook supervisor.
Operates specialized and standard food service equipment and trains subordinate food service and/or inmate workers in the proper operation and maintenance of this equipment.
Prepares or supervises the preparation of menu items for special or medically prescribed diets.
Performs baking duties preparing food items such as cakes, cookies, and pastries.
Supervises and assists in the serving of food, assembles utensils and equipment needed, and ensures that food being served is maintained at proper temperatures during the duration of the meal.
Supervises the cleaning of kitchen areas, utensils, and equipment and ensures that utensils and work areas are clean and ready for the next shift.
Assists in the requisitioning, receiving, inventorying, and storing of foods and supplies.
Acts as a lead person, supervising and/or instructing youth in a County-sponsored program, as needed.

Requirements

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:

Option 1:
Completion of a certificate program accredited by the American Culinary Federation, Inc. (ACFEF) of at least 48 units in Culinary Arts from accredited college and one year's experience in quantity food preparation and cooking meals in a hospital, school, military, correctional facility, hotel, restaurant, or similar institution.

Option 2:
Three years' experience in quantity food preparation and cooking meals in a hospital, school, military, correctional facility, hotel, restaurant, or similar institution, one year of which must have been at the journey level. **

NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION.

LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS: 3Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION

*IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CREDIT FOR THE CULINARY ARTS CERTIFICATE, YOU MUST INDICATE ON THE JOB APPLICATION AND INCLUDE A LEGIBLE COPY OF THE CERTIFICATE OR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS FROM THE ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WITH YOUR APPLICATION AT THE TIME OF FILING OR WITHIN 7 CALENDAR DAYS OF ONLINE APPLICATION SUBMISSION OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED. YOU MAY EMAIL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO ...@PROBATION.LACOUNTY.GOV.

**Journey-level experience is defined as performing a variety of routine daily food preparation and cooking of meals independently. Positions at this level are expected to perform a wide variety of tasks and possess related on-the-job experience or completion of a formal certificate, and in addition, problem solving skills with preparation of meals and standard cooking techniques, locating appropriate regulations, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Additional points will be given to qualified applicants beyond meeting the requirements and who possess the following desirable qualifications:

Experience in safe food handling and cooking methods to ensure prevention of food borne illness in accordance with health and safety food regulations.
Experience in kitchen sanitation and safety measures used in the operation (e.g., cleaning utensils, equipment, and work areas).
Experience in utilizing software application systems such as, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, etc. for maintaining accurate records of medical diet, and to communicate effectively.

EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of an Evaluation of Experience based upon the application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%.

Candidates who do not achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Evaluation of Experience will be notified by email. SCORES CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE.

Candidates must meet the Selection Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
Additional Information

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.

No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:

FINGERPRINTING AND SECURITY CLEARANCE
A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to appointment. Any false statement or omission of material fact may cause forfeiture of employment rights. Information presented on the employment application, resume, and during the examination process is subject to verification.

Candidates who are found unsuitable for employment will be removed from the eligible list pursuant to Civil Service Rule 6.04.

VACANCY INFORMATION
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies located in the Los Angeles County Probation Department.

AVAILABLE SHIFT
Any

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online ONLY. Applications submitted by US Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.

To apply for this examination, click on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. Your application must be submitted electronically on the last day of filing. Visit the website at

All applicants must enter a current/updated email address at the time of filing as NOTICES WILL BE SENT BY EMAIL. Entering an invalid email address may result in the rejection of your application during the examination process. To update information, applicants must make changes to their profile at

Applicants may upload required or additional documents (i.e. copy of degree, certification, etc.) as attachment(s) at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required and/or additional documents at the time of filing, you may email to within seven (7) calendar days from date of online application submission or your application may be rejected. Please include your name, examination number, and examination title.

Many important notifications including results letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add and to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.

Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notifications for any examinations for which you apply with Los Angeles County.

Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.

Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have CLEARLY shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application and/or supplemental questionnaire is incomplete, it may be rejected.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process.
FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION.
Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED.
Test results cannot be given over the telephone.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and will result in an automatic rejection of your application.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at local public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

LA County Public Library may require prior reservations to use their computers. Please visit the following link at for more information.

Department Contact Name: Probation Examinations & Recruitment Unit, Non-Sworn Exams
Department Contact Number: (562) ###-####
Department Contact Email: California Relay Services Phone: (800) ###-####
ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) ###-####
Teletype Phone: (877) ###-####

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Completing Your Application:

a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted.

b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title.

c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation.

2. Requirements on Job Posting:

a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time.

b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual age 40 or older.

c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable.

3. Application Deadline: All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed.

4. Change of Name or Address: To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time.

5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy:

a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation(s) may be subject to verification, consistent with state and federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential.

Disclaimer: The County of Los Angeles is not responsible or in any way liable for any computer hardware or software malfunction that may affect the employment application or the application selection process.

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The County of Los Angeles expressly disclaims any warranty that the information on this system or on the Internet generally will be uninterruptible or error free or that any information, software or other material accessible from the system is free of viruses or other harmful components. You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system.

The County of Los Angeles shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this system or with the delay or inability to use it (or any linked sites), or for any information obtained through this system, or otherwise arising out of the use of this system, the Internet generally or on any other basis.

NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet.

By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth herein, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer.

Test Preparation: Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at /. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting.

Veteran's Credit: In all open competitive examinations, a veteran's credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit.

A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty.

This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran's credit. More information available at:

Accreditation Information: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies that are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information is available at: and

Background Check: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.

Career Planning: Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at

Benefit Information: Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a "new member" of the County's defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California.

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible.

Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.

Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program: In an effort to improve compliance with court ordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information.

Social Security Act of 2004: Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA-1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the website , or call toll free 1-800-### ####. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-###-#### or contact a local Social Security office.

Employment Eligibility Information: Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility.

The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) and other applicable laws prohibit employment discrimination based on an applicant's protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, childbirth, and other characteristics.

COVID-19 VACCINATION: Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.

Updated February 2024

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01

The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWER CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

I understand the above information and instructions.

02

All notification will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add ...@probation.lacounty.gov as well as ...@governmentjobs.com, and ...@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.

I understand and will comply with the above information and instructions.

03

Appointees will be required to work any of the following shifts: Evenings, Nights, Weekends, and Holidays. Are you willing to work any of the following shifts: Evenings, Nights, Weekends, and Holidays?

04

Do you have a certificate in Culinary Arts accredited by the American Culinary Federation?

05

If you answered "yes" to question #4. You MUST attach a legible copy of your certificate or official transcript from an accredited college or institution at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days of filing your application online to receive credit. How will you submit your supporting document?

As an attachment to my online application
By way of email to ...@probation.lacounty.gov
Not Applicable

06

How many years' experiences do you have in quantity food preparation and cooking meals in a hospital, school, military, correctional facility, hotel, restaurant, or similar institution.

Less than 6 months
6 months to less than 1 year
1 year to less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years or more
Not applicable

07

In which of the following organization was the food preparation experience of quantity food and cooking meals gained? (Select All that Apply)

Hospital
School
Military
Correctional Facility
Hotel
Restaurant
Other - Similar Institution
Not applicable

08

Describe your experience in quantity food preparation and cooking of meals.NOTE: For each experience, please indicate the following information: a) Name and Address of Employer b) Position/Title held c) Date From: (MM/DD/YYYY), Date To: (MM/DD/YYYY) d) Hours Worked per Week e) Detailed description of your experience. If you do not have such experience, indicate "No Experience."

09

How many years of experience do you have in quantity food preparation and cooking meals at the journey level?

Less than 3 months
3 months to less than 6 months
6 months to less than 1 year
1 year or more
Not Applicable

10

In which of the following organization was the food preparation experience of quantity food and cooking meals at the journey level gained? (Select All that Apply)

Hospital
School
Military
Correctional Facility
Hotel
Restaurant
Other - Similar Institution
Not applicable

11

Describe your experience in quantity food preparation and cooking meals at the journey level?Journey-level experience is defined as performing a variety of routine daily food preparation and cooking of meals independently. Positions at this level are expected to perform a wide variety of tasks and possess related on-the-job experience or completion of a formal certificate, and in addition, problem solving skills with preparation of meals and standard cooking techniques, locating appropriate regulations, or applying proper procedures to carry out work. NOTE: For each experience, please indicate the following information: a) Name and Address of Employer b) Position/Title held c) Date From: (MM/DD/YYYY), Date To: (MM/DD/YYYY) d) Hours Worked per Week e) Detailed description of your experience. If you do not have such experience, indicate "No Experience."

12

Describe in detail your experience in safe food handling and cooking methods to ensure prevention of food borne illness in accordance with health and safety food regulations. NOTE: For each experience, please indicate the following information: a) Name and Address of Employer b) Position/Title held c) Date From: (MM/DD/YYYY), Date To: (MM/DD/YY

County of Los Angeles, CA

06/21/2024

Los Angeles,CA