Job Posting: Cook Specialist I

CDE - School for the Deaf, Riverside

JC-439838
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Cook Specialist I
COOK SPECIALIST I

$3,581.00 - $4,388.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 7/19/2024

Job Description and Duties

Position is for a 10 month school year with eligibility for an additional 2 months to be paid by State Special School Benefits through Unemployment Insurance.

Under direction and supervision of the Supervising Cook I, Cook Specialist I performs duties of a cook in quantity cooking of side dishes (vegetables & starches), preparing cold salads & fruits for breakfast, lunch, dinner meals (including special diets) for the students of California School for the Deaf (CSDR). Follows standardized recipes, menu, menu production sheets & HACCP principles in food preparation process and maintenance of clean, safe and sanitation of culinary equipment, cooking utensils and work areas to meet the regulations and guidelines of the National School Meal Programs and foodservice related state and local rules.

This is a limited term position with the possibility of becoming permanent.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Subject to fingerprinting and criminal record clearance by the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation and Tuberculosis clearance. This position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-439838
Position #(s):
205-201-2185-001
Working Title:
Cook Specialist I
Classification:
COOK SPECIALIST I
$3,581.00 - $4,388.00 A
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Riverside County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

From its inception in 1953, the California School for the Deaf, Riverside (CSDR) has attracted deaf scholars and steadfast staff with innovative spirit and a desire to serve deaf students. These exceptional individuals have created paths of success and opportunities for our students while eliminating any and all barriers.  CSDR’s mission is to provide its students a place to engage in a positive environment where American Sign Language (ASL) and English are valued, cultures are embraced, learning is relevant, and self-worth is uplifted. In collaboration with families and school communities, Southern California students prepare for college and careers through academic rigor, innovative technology, and extra-curricular opportunities.

 

Department Website: https://www.cde.ca.gov

Special Requirements

**EXAMINATION**

Individuals who do not have lateral transfer eligibility, must have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply.  List eligibility may be obtained by meeting the minimum qualifications as outlined in the examination bulletin, and obtaining a passing score on the Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire. 

The examination bulletin may be viewed on the California Department of Human Resources Web page at:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2689

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/19/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CDE - School for the Deaf, Riverside
Attn: Human Resources Office/Deanna Ybarbo
3044 Horace Street
Riverside, CA 92506

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

CDE - School for the Deaf, Riverside
Human Resources Office/Deanna Ybarbo
3044 Horace Street
Riverside, CA 92506
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE IS LOCATED IN THE ADMINISTRATION BLDG.
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Experience in quantity cooking and dispensing 400 or more meals in a large commercial/school foodservice environment. Good planning, organization & records documentation skills. Be able to work independently and as a team member. Practice punctuality, good attendance and follow good personal hygiene practices, knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) or willingness to learn.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, https://www.calhr.ca.gov/ , and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov/.

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION

Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareer Account is highly recommended.

Important:  Make sure your contact information, i.e., address, phone number(s), etc., is current in your CalCareer Account.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State Application, resume, or educational transcripts.  Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license number (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.

Incomplete or late applications packages will NOT be considered.

If you choose not to submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD-678), use the revised 12/2021 version.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts for verification.  Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be interviewed.  this advertisement will be used for this and other vacancies that may occur during this posting and future Permanent/Intermittent and/or Limited Term vacancies that may occur.  For information on how to obtail list eligiblity, please visit the CalHR website at http://www.jobs.ca.gov/ .

DEPARTMENT IS NOT REQUIRED TO CONTACT AL CANDIDATES WITH LIST ELIGIBILITY; THEREFORE, CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEARCH FOR VACANCIES THEY MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR AND APPLY.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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