FOOD SERVICE COOK/SUPERVISOR 1 - UNDERFILL

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

Job Summary

The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS) is recruiting for a Food Service Cook/Supervisor 1 underfilling a Food Service Cook/Supervisor 2 for a position located at the Caliente Youth Center (CYC), an 80-bed facility for youth aged 14-18 located in Caliente, NV. Food Service Cooks are responsible for quantity food preparation and service according to standardized menus and recipes in this 24-hour residential/institutional setting. Incumbents shall prepare quantity food preparation and serving according to standardized menus and recipes in an institutional, correctional, residential, or non-residential setting. Serve meals in a controlled environment cafeteria style, or the delivery of bulk or individual servings as special situations may require; ensure food quality and food portion control by utilizing standard measuring devices, equipment, standardized recipes, and food production sheets to maintain established food cost control and quality. The position requires supervision and cleaning after meal preparation. Maintain close and constant surveillance to ensure the control and security of tools and equipment used in food preparation and service areas as required in the work setting. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Food Service Cook/Supervisors prepare and/or supervise quantity food preparation and serving according to standardized menus and recipes in an institutional, correctional, residential, or non-residential setting.

Essential Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of experience which involved preparation and serving of meals according to standardized menus in a military, institutional, correctional, healthcare, hospitality, or other large quantity food service facility; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Duties

Serve or supervise the serving of meals in a controlled environment cafeteria style, or the delivery of bulk or individual servings as special situations may require; ensure food quality and food portion control by utilizing standard measuring devices, equipment, standardized recipes, and food production sheets to maintain established food cost control and quality.

Prepare special dietary meals for individuals/inmates requiring low sodium, low calorie, low cholesterol, or other special diets prescribed by a physician.

Train food service personnel/inmates in the operation of kitchen equipment such as food choppers, meat grinders, peelers, steam cookers, ovens, and mixing machines; demonstrate methods of food preparation, cooking, and baking.

Prepare food delivery carts and/or trays to transport prepared meals to individuals/inmates unable to eat in the common dining area.

Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment including equipment, dining areas, eating utensils, and food storage areas; direct staff in cleaning activities including dishwashers, defrosting and cleaning refrigerators, and disassembling and cleaning stoves, ovens, and grills to ensure compliance with health codes and sanitation requirements.

Ensure proper rotation of food and supply inventories using oldest stock first; minimize food wastage by ensuring proper food preparation processes and utilizing leftovers as ingredients in other meals as appropriate; perform complete inventory of food and supplies periodically.

Monitor cost control on a per plate basis by ordering appropriate quantities of food items and supplies in accordance with established policies and guidelines and by using portion control; maintain necessary reports and records for analysis and accounting purposes.

Prepare and submit orders for commodity foods including fresh, frozen, and canned food as well as sugar, flour, wrapping supplies, utensils, and cleaning supplies; maintain appropriate supply levels.

Under general supervision, incumbents perform or supervise the performance of the full range of duties described in the series concept. Incumbents work in a non-residential setting serving meals daily to less than 100 individuals and may supervise a small staff.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

General knowledge of: menu planning; quantity food preparation methods and practices; health and sanitation regulations applicable to food preparation; and fire and safety hazards related to food preparation, food production service and equipment operation.

Ability to: read and follow recipes for a wide variety of food items; utilize materials and equipment used in a quantity food service facility; and prepare a high volume of meals according to established schedules.

Recruiter Contact Information: Victoria Sheehan - Torisheehan@admin.nv.gov

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP) .
  
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
  
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
  
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
  
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) . Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication .
  
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program .
  
• No Nevada state income tax.
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
  
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
  

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU) .

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) .

*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Closing Date/Time: 3/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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