Position/Program Information
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
We welcome applications from anyone.
FIRST DAY OF FILING:
We will be accepting online applications from Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. (PT) until Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. (PT).
All applications must be received before 5:00 P.M. (PT) on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, to be accepted.
EXAM NUMBER:
J6402S
JOIN OUR TEAM
Click here to view a video about Food Services Bureau career opportunities: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uj-yCqcgx2o&t=3s
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!
Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation:
https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/
Why work for us?
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments, we provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
Essential Job Functions
Supervises and monitors, directly or through subordinate supervisors, the assignment of and work of food services staff and inmate workers, providing instruction in, or overseeing, the training of staff in standard food preparation and cooking techniques.
Makes work assignments and oversees the work of food services staff in the preparation of food items, inspecting quality of work in progress and upon completion to ensure that the quality of food prepared is acceptable, in adequate quantities, and meets established dietary guidelines.
Monitors conformance with all health and safety regulations, keeping staff apprised of changes or additions to these regulations.
Requisitions food supplies and ensures that food supply inventories are maintained at levels adequate to meet the needs of the facility on a daily/weekly basis using computer software.
Conducts daily inspections of the kitchen, equipment, and food storage areas checking for cleanliness and ensuring that all equipment is functioning properly and that all health and safety regulations are observed.
Inspects food supplies received, rejects those supplies of poor or unacceptable quality, oversees the proper storage of supplies accepted and monitors the rotation of supplies to prevent spoilage.
Makes or approves changes to menus or modifies recipes when supplies are unavailable.
Monitors and inspects the serving of meals, ensuring that the necessary equipment and utensils are utilized, and makes sure that food being served is maintained at proper temperatures and in necessary quantities throughout the meal.
Inspects refrigerators, freezers, storerooms, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and compliance with health standards.
Supervises the preparation and transportation of meals for emergency crews or special functions.
Prepares or assists in the preparation of employee evaluations.
Monitors employee time activity using computer software.
For more information, please view the classification specification: Head Cook
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY
Three (3) years' journey-level experience* in quantity food preparation** and cooking of complete meals in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity***.
LICENSE
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out essential duties.
PHYSICAL CLASS
Physical Class III - Moderate: 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
* Journey level experience is defined as possessing the required knowledge, skills, and training to perform a full-range and diversity of work independently and reliably. Positions at this level operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulation, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.
**Quantity food preparation and cooking of complete (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) meals covers experience in preparing and cooking many food items. Examples include soups, meats, vegetables, and others. Experience in fast food service is not considered as qualifying for this position.
***Supervisory capacity is defined as providing direct administration of the work of 3 or more staff, which also includes planning, assigning and reviewing work, evaluating performance, counseling, and recommending discipline. Some items that may include supervisory capacity are: Executive Chef, Group Chef, Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef, or Second Chef.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Credit will be given to applicants who possess DESIRABLE qualifications and indicate so on their employment application at the time of filing.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be used as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait three (3) months from the date of disqualification in order to reapply.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of two (2) parts:
PART I
A structured interview worth 70% of your total score assessing:
As part of the structured interview, candidates will also be required to complete a brief written communication exercise. Candidates who do not submit a written communication exercise will be disqualified from this examination.
APPLICANTS MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON PART I TO PROCEED TO PART II.
PART II
This assessment type will evaluate the training and experience you list on the supplemental questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system. This part of the assessment is worth 30% of your total score and assesses:
APPLICANTS MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. Please note, you will be contacted at a later time by a Sheriff’s Department representative that will guide you through the process. You will be provided with an initial deadline to submit documentation. Failure to submit the required documentation by the deadline will delay your participation in the examination process and consideration for initial placement on the eligible list.
VETERAN'S CREDIT
If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran's credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your DD214 Form to review, so please include that with your application or email it to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org as soon as possible, so if you are eligible for veteran's credit, we can include it before the list is available.
ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION
The names of applicants receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. We will use this list to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Custody General & Specialized Divisions, Custody Food Services.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
AS PART OF THE HIRING INTERVIEW PROCESS, CANDIDATES MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS THE CUSTODY FACILITY SECURITY CLEARANCE. UPON SUCCESSFUL CLEARANCE, A TOUR WILL BE PROVIDED.
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE A DETAILED BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following.
Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.
AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any Shift
WORK CONDITIONS
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department operates seven (7) days a week, 24 hours a day. Appointees MUST be willing to work:
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted by 5:00 P.M., PT, on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED, YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION.
New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to www.governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES
For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL, AND PASSWORD
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621
Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251
Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit
Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611
Department Contact Email: sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org
For detailed information, please click here
Closing Date/Time: 7/22/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
We welcome applications from anyone.
FIRST DAY OF FILING:
We will be accepting online applications from Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. (PT) until Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. (PT).
All applications must be received before 5:00 P.M. (PT) on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, to be accepted.
EXAM NUMBER:
J6402S
JOIN OUR TEAM
Click here to view a video about Food Services Bureau career opportunities: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uj-yCqcgx2o&t=3s
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!
Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation:
https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/
Why work for us?
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments, we provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
Essential Job Functions
Supervises and monitors, directly or through subordinate supervisors, the assignment of and work of food services staff and inmate workers, providing instruction in, or overseeing, the training of staff in standard food preparation and cooking techniques.
Makes work assignments and oversees the work of food services staff in the preparation of food items, inspecting quality of work in progress and upon completion to ensure that the quality of food prepared is acceptable, in adequate quantities, and meets established dietary guidelines.
Monitors conformance with all health and safety regulations, keeping staff apprised of changes or additions to these regulations.
Requisitions food supplies and ensures that food supply inventories are maintained at levels adequate to meet the needs of the facility on a daily/weekly basis using computer software.
Conducts daily inspections of the kitchen, equipment, and food storage areas checking for cleanliness and ensuring that all equipment is functioning properly and that all health and safety regulations are observed.
Inspects food supplies received, rejects those supplies of poor or unacceptable quality, oversees the proper storage of supplies accepted and monitors the rotation of supplies to prevent spoilage.
Makes or approves changes to menus or modifies recipes when supplies are unavailable.
Monitors and inspects the serving of meals, ensuring that the necessary equipment and utensils are utilized, and makes sure that food being served is maintained at proper temperatures and in necessary quantities throughout the meal.
Inspects refrigerators, freezers, storerooms, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and compliance with health standards.
Supervises the preparation and transportation of meals for emergency crews or special functions.
Prepares or assists in the preparation of employee evaluations.
Monitors employee time activity using computer software.
For more information, please view the classification specification: Head Cook
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY
Three (3) years' journey-level experience* in quantity food preparation** and cooking of complete meals in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity***.
LICENSE
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out essential duties.
PHYSICAL CLASS
Physical Class III - Moderate: 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
* Journey level experience is defined as possessing the required knowledge, skills, and training to perform a full-range and diversity of work independently and reliably. Positions at this level operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulation, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.
**Quantity food preparation and cooking of complete (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) meals covers experience in preparing and cooking many food items. Examples include soups, meats, vegetables, and others. Experience in fast food service is not considered as qualifying for this position.
***Supervisory capacity is defined as providing direct administration of the work of 3 or more staff, which also includes planning, assigning and reviewing work, evaluating performance, counseling, and recommending discipline. Some items that may include supervisory capacity are: Executive Chef, Group Chef, Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef, or Second Chef.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Credit will be given to applicants who possess DESIRABLE qualifications and indicate so on their employment application at the time of filing.
- Additional points will be given for journey-level experience beyond the minimum requirements in quantity food preparation and cooking of complete meals in an institutional, commercial, military of similar establishment.
- Experience in a supervisory cooking position beyond the minimum requirements at an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be used as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait three (3) months from the date of disqualification in order to reapply.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of two (2) parts:
PART I
A structured interview worth 70% of your total score assessing:
- Experience and Training
- Supervision and Monitoring
- Interpersonal Skills
- Adaptability
- Coaching and Developing
- Time Management
- Computer Experience
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
As part of the structured interview, candidates will also be required to complete a brief written communication exercise. Candidates who do not submit a written communication exercise will be disqualified from this examination.
APPLICANTS MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON PART I TO PROCEED TO PART II.
PART II
This assessment type will evaluate the training and experience you list on the supplemental questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system. This part of the assessment is worth 30% of your total score and assesses:
- Journey level experience in quantity food preparation and cooking of complete meals in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment.
- Experience in a supervisory cooking position in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment.
APPLICANTS MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. Please note, you will be contacted at a later time by a Sheriff’s Department representative that will guide you through the process. You will be provided with an initial deadline to submit documentation. Failure to submit the required documentation by the deadline will delay your participation in the examination process and consideration for initial placement on the eligible list.
VETERAN'S CREDIT
If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran's credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your DD214 Form to review, so please include that with your application or email it to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org as soon as possible, so if you are eligible for veteran's credit, we can include it before the list is available.
ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION
The names of applicants receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. We will use this list to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Custody General & Specialized Divisions, Custody Food Services.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
AS PART OF THE HIRING INTERVIEW PROCESS, CANDIDATES MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS THE CUSTODY FACILITY SECURITY CLEARANCE. UPON SUCCESSFUL CLEARANCE, A TOUR WILL BE PROVIDED.
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE A DETAILED BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following.
- use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.
Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.
AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any Shift
WORK CONDITIONS
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department operates seven (7) days a week, 24 hours a day. Appointees MUST be willing to work:
- At any Sheriff's Department jail facilities within Los Angeles County.
- Various shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- In close proximity with law enforcement personnel.
- In a secure environment where inmates may be present.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted by 5:00 P.M., PT, on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
- info@governmentjobs.com
- noreply@governmentjobs.com
- selockwo@lasd.org
TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED, YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION.
New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to www.governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES
For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL, AND PASSWORD
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621
Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251
Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit
Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611
Department Contact Email: sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org
For detailed information, please click here
Closing Date/Time: 7/22/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
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With a population of more than 10 million people and 88 cities, Los Angeles County has more residents than any county in the nation.
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 100,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
As one of the Top 10 Government Services Employers, as named by Forbes Magazine, the County of Los Angeles provides those committed to a career in public service with boundless opportunities, a platform for professional and personal growth and the ability to truly make a difference in people's lives.
A career with the County means you will have the chance to be a part of building and providing services for an amazingly diverse population of citizens. From helping families in need to fighting fires to keeping our beaches clean, the County of Los Angeles provides an environment where you can touch and enrich lives everyday.
A career path in the County is truly that – a path. Many of those in our County family begin and end their careers here in two very different places. You may start out as an Administrative Assistant in Public Works and find yourself a few years later as a Manager in the Department of Community and Senior Services. While many County employees remain on the same career path in one department for their entire careers, others move between departments or take advantage of training and other opportunities to find new careers within the County.
The path you take is up to you. As a Los Angeles County employee, the opportunities – and the possibilities - are limitless.
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Career Development
The County encourages all employees to take advantage of the many training and development opportunities available.
Outstanding Benefits
The County offers its employees one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation.
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