• Safe and proper use of commercial equipment and machines commonly found in large kitchens.
• Sanitation practices and procedures pertaining to food preparation and kitchen work areas.
• Kitchen sanitation and safety measures used in handling of food safely.
• Math sufficient to compute percentages, decimals, and fractions.
• Food industry terminology to order supplies.
• Storage and preservation of foods.
• Sanitation requirements for institutional kitchens.
• Kitchen cleaning materials.
• Basic nutrition.
• Meal planning and dietetic terminology.
• Methods and procedures used in care and preparation, cooking, baking, serving, and storing of food.

• Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of co-workers and inmates.
• Directly supervise inmates to get daily duties completed.
• Utilize fresh fruits, vegetables, and gleaning items for meals.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Prepare, cook, and bake a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow recipes and instructions to train in the preparation of food and special diets.
• Operate commercial equipment commonly found in large kitchens.
• Read and interpret numbers on scales, dials, thermometers, and gauges.
• Give and follow written, electronic, and verbal instructions.
• Accurately record information regarding menus, diets, and supplies.
• Accurately follow and adjust recipes and menus.
• Retain and recall information as it pertains to security and operation of jail facilities.
• Organize work and establish priorities in completing daily duties.
• Deal effectively and cooperatively with a variety of people in a controlled setting.
• Establish effective working relationships and coordinate work with other staff.
• Oversee the work of and train subordinate staff.
• Maintain sanitary requirements found in institutional kitchens.
• Recall ingredients in preparing foods and adjust recipes as needed.
• Give and follow oral and written instructions.
• Organize work, adjust to changing workloads and meet deadlines.
• Work with and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow employees and correctional inmate personnel.
• Work cohesively with team members (to include kitchen staff and other Sheriff’s Office personnel)
• Follow instructions accurately and correctly.
• Keep adult inmate workers on task, focusing on required duties and safety.
• Clearly and concisely communicate directions and commands to adult inmate workers in a professional manner.
• Understand food safety practices and temperatures required by local, state and federal entities.
• Use basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Cook and serve appetizing meals.

Conditions of Employment:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
• Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions.
• An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions.
• Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act: This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 2

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.


Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 50 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.


To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/index.cfm/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.