Cook 7
State of Michigan
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Cook
State of Michigan
Corrections - Newberry Correctional Facility
Job Description
Summary
This job involves cooking and preparing large quantities of meals for prisoners and staff in a Michigan correctional facility, following set recipes and processes while working alongside inmate helpers.
It's a hands-on role in a secure environment, suitable for someone with cooking experience who can handle high-volume food service and follow strict guidelines.
Veterans are especially encouraged to apply due to the department's supportive policies for military members.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent education
- For Cook E6: One year of experience in quantity cooking and food preparation
- For Cook 7: Two years of experience in quantity cooking, including one year equivalent to Cook E6
- No specific experience required for entry-level Cook 5
- Ability to work in a correctional facility kitchen with prisoner workers
- Adherence to ethical standards and potential felony conviction screening per state law
Full Job Description
The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.
MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department.
The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families.
Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.
This position functions as a cook, performing a full range of cooking and food preparation for the service of meals for prisoners and staff in a correctional facility using MDOC standardized processes, recipes, menus and reports. This position will work in the facility kitchens with prisoner workers.Requirements
EducationEducation typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Cook 5
No specific type or amount is required.
Cook E6
One year of experience in quantity cooking and food preparation.
Cook 7
Two years of experience in quantity cooking and food preparation, including one year equivalent to a Cook E6.
Additional Information
View the entire job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/C/Cook.pdfView the position description: Position Description
*** REQUIRED INFORMATION: Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services.
All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards.
As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application.
Ethical Standards and Conduct (Note: you do not need to fill out the form)
The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017.
Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.
New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification.
All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.
This is a drug and alcohol test-designated position.This position is eligible for $0.40/hour pay premium.
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