Cook (Early Learning Center)

strength test to demonstrate a minimum level of strength to perform the essential duties of the job. Recruitment Type: Temporary/Hourly Assignment (Internal and External applicants) Location Contra Costa College Posting Number 0002265 # of Openings 2 Range 42 Salary $16.90 per hour Position Status Permanent Overtime Status Non-Exempt (eligible) Position Part-Time # of Hours Scheduled Per Week 12-18 hours Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours Position 1: 7:30am-1:30pm – any 3-day combination per week, Position 2: 7:30am-1:30pm – any 2-day combination per week, ****schedule allows for only 1 cook per day**** # of Months 12 EEO Job Category Service/Maintenance Employee Group Classified Department C8024-Early Learning Center Position Definition To prepare and cook hot and cold menu items; to plan menus and order food; and to maintain the kitchen and food service areas in a safe, clean and orderly condition. Examples of Duties/Essential Functions Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Prepares main dishes; prepares and cooks meat dishes, sandwiches, soups, vegetables, gravies and sauces; cleans and prepares vegetables for salads. Cooks breakfast orders, such as eggs, bacon, potatoes and hot cakes. Follows master recipes in the preparation of food. Operates grill, deep fat fryer, steam cooker, slicers, mixers, and other related equipment. Plans menus and determines optimum quantities of food to order and prepare. Orders meats, produce, milk products and other food stuffs; orders food for campus events and athletic events. Determines price to charge for food items. Assists on serving line and cash register as required. Maintains cleanliness of the kitchen area; washes utensils, pots and pans. Maintains inventory and reviews all items on a daily basis. Completes daily inventories of knives, controlled food items and tools. Monitors and fills all drink machines. Performs related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING One (1) year of experience as a cook in preparing and cooking food in large quantities, including meat dishes. EDUCATION/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE Possession of a high school diploma/GED or the equivalent. Possession or the ability to obtain a ServSafe Certificate. Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of Methods, techniques and equipment used in preparing and cooking foods in large quantities. Kitchen sanitation and safety measures. Inventory methods and procedures. Basic mathematic principles. Health care regulations as it relates to food service. Minimum Qualification-Skill To Skill/Ability to: Cook and bake. Plan menus and determine food quantities to order and prepare. Follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative work relations with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties. Desirable Qualifications Experience cooking for large groups. Ability to obtain safe food handling certificate. Ability to work as a team and take direction from manager. Ability to work independently. Job Open Date: 03/16/2026 Job Close Date: 06/01/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Quicklink