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Overview & Benefits
Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.
When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.
For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit:
https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire
General Summary
Prepares, cooks, and/or bakes food dishes in bulk quantities to serve to customers. Using prepared menus, assists with planning and coordinating food preparation and cooking activities so that items are ready for serving at the appropriate time. Assists with training and instructing lower-level staff in routine kitchen tasks.What You’ll Do
• Clean, prepare, and cook food dishes in bulk quantities using menus prepared by higher-level staff.
• Clean and store kitchen equipment and utensils to maintain proper sanitation standards.
• Measure and determine portion sizes to ensure accurate calorie counts and uniform serving sizes.
• Operate power quantity cooking equipment such as mixing, peeling, and chopping machines, along with large commercial kitchen equipment.
• Assist with inventorying and requisitioning food and kitchen supplies to ensure necessary materials are available.
Why You’ll Love This Job
• You will play a key role in delivering consistent, well-prepared meals that meet established standards.
• You will work hands-on with professional-grade kitchen equipment in a structured food service environment.
• You will contribute to an organized kitchen operation that values cleanliness, accuracy, and efficiency.
This role offers an opportunity to apply your cooking and kitchen skills in a setting focused on dependable service and quality food preparation.
Minimum Qualifications
$17.13 - $22.31/hr
On-site
This is a part time position limited to 1,000 hours per year and will support the Glen Oaks Golf Course Grill Room Operation.
May assist with training or instructing of lower-level staff.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Cleans, prepares, cooks and bakes food dishes in bulk quantities using menus prepared by higher level staff.
Cleans and stores kitchen equipment and utensils to maintain proper sanitation. Participates in mixing and baking operations and the cleaning of baking area.
Determines the size of portions to ensure proper calorie count and uniform serving size.
Operates power quantity cooking equipment including mixing, peeling, and chopping machines, and large commercial kitchen equipment.
Inventories and requisitions food and kitchen supplies to maintain necessary materials.
Prepares food in accordance with special medical or religious diet menus prepared by higher level supervision.
Assists with inventories and requisitioning food and kitchen supplies.
ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to communicate to accurately convey information. Ability to use typical kitchen equipment and supplies.
May be required to stand for long periods of time.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a typical kitchen setting.
May be exposed to areas of hot temperatures, and exposure to smells, dust, gases, and vapors. May be exposed to sharp and/or dangerous objects, moving or dangerous machinery.
May be required to travel to other locations during the course of work.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the supervisor.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a high school graduate or have a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) Test.
Have passed their 18th birthday.
Must have at least six (6) months of full-time work experience preparing and cooking food in an institution or commercial establishment.
Additional Minimum Qualifications
B.ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Reasonable knowledge of quantity food preparation procedures and practices and the proper use of quantity food cooking equipment.
Reasonable ability to estimate quantity of food needed for serving large quantities of persons.
Reasonable knowledge of kitchen sanitation, hygiene and proper food handling and storage practices.
Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.
Physical condition that will permit standing or walking for extended periods of time.
Union*
*If applicable
EEO Statement
We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Inclusion Statement
Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.
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