Cook (2654) - DPH - H00081 | City and County of San Francisco

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Cook (2654) - DPH - H00081

Recruitment: REF33932V

Published: November 13, 2023

Accepting applications until: November 14, 2023

Contact:

Hanz Pagao - hanz.pagao@sfdph.org

Apply using SmartRecruiters, the City and County of San Francisco's application portal.

Department: Public Health
Job class: 2654-Cook
Salary range: $76,856.00 - $93,366.00
Role type: Permanent Civil Service What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time
Exam type: Class Based Test
Rule: Rule of 10
List type: Combined Promotive and Entrance

About:

*This announcement has been amended to reflect the final closing deadline of Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Applicants who already applied do not need to reapply and will be included in the applicant pool.

The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status.

✔️START Here - Required Questionnaire: https://forms.office.com/g/EPVt3YwnsP
All applicants must complete the Supplemental Questionnaire as part of the online application process. Responses to items on the MQSQ must be supported by the information on the application to receive appropriate credit.

Application Opening – Monday, October 30, 2023
Application Deadline – Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this job ad may close at any time but no sooner than Monday, November 6, 2023.
- Final application deadline will be Tuesday, November 14, 2023.
Compensation: $72,956 - $88,634 annually
Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service
Recruitment ID:  CBT-2654-H00081

This is a Citywide Examination under Class-Based Testing (CBT). The eligible list resulting from this announcement will be used to fill vacancies in this class.

Role description

Under general supervision, the 2654 Cook performs skilled duties in the preparation and cooking of large quantities of a variety of foods; and performs related duties as required. Essential duties include but are not limited to:

Follows prescribed menus and recipes to meet nutritional guidelines and special dietary needs.
Prepares and cooks a large quantity and variety of food including special diet items commonly found on the menus of institutions.
Orders food and kitchen supplies.
Follows food safety standards and practices.
Forecasts the amount of food and supplies needed and communicates needs with the management and chefs.
Directs and assists in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and utensils.
Develops standardized recipes with Nutrition Professionals.
Follows instructions and performs tasks according to established methods and procedures.
Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports.
Plans and executes kitchen procedures for productivity.
Supervises and directs food service staff in the performance of their duties.
Utilizes standardized recipes.
The Cook also performs other related duties as assigned/required.

How to qualify

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (required):

① Education: Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED or High School Proficiency Examination); AND
② Experience: Three (3) years of work experience cooking large quantities of food in a setting such as a hospital, correctional facility, the military, hotel, restaurant, or equivalent food service establishment.

Note: Coffee shops, small grab-and-go kiosks, and sandwich shops are not considered qualifying cooking experience.
Substitution: One (1) year of the required experience can be substituted by any of the following:
- completion of a one (1) year culinary arts certificate program; or
- completion of an apprenticeship program certified by a nationally recognized culinary arts organization; or
- possession of an Associate’s degree in culinary arts.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

One year of full-time employment is equivalent to 2000 hours. (2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week.) Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment.

Important Note: Please make sure it is absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications. Only the information entered in your application will be considered when determining whether you meet minimum qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. Applications that do not appear to meet the minimum qualifications will not move forward in the recruitment process. Please upload certificates, transcripts, employment verifications, performance appraisals, etc. that you feel will help demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications.

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Failure to provide the required verification when requested may result in the rejection of the application and/or appointment in this class. Please be aware that any misrepresentation of this information may disqualify you from this recruitment or future job opportunities. 

Selection Procedures

After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following.

Minimum Qualification Questionnaire (Weight: Qualifying): Along with this application, applicants must complete a questionnaire (linked above), which is designed to compare an applicant's experience with the Minimum Qualifications of this position.

In-person Written Examination (Weight: 100%): Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an in-person written multiple-choice examination designed to measure their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities in job-related areas. The multiple-choice examination component may include, but is not limited to: knowledge of kitchen operations and kitchen preparations; knowledge of food safety, storing, and sanitation; knowledge of basic mathematics; knowledge of the use, care, and cleaning of a variety of kitchen equipment; and the ability to maintain accurate records and prepare simple reports.

Candidates must achieve a passing score on the written exam in order to continue in the selection process and will be placed on the confidential eligible list in rank order according to their final score.

This is a standardized examination; therefore, test questions and test answers are not available for public inspection or review.

Additional selection processes may be conducted by the hiring department prior to making final hiring decisions.

What else should I know?

Certification: The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this examination will be the Rule of Ten Scores.

Eligible List/Score Report: Once you pass the exam, you will be placed on an eligible list and given a score and a rank. For more information, visit https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/process/

The duration of the eligible list resulting from this examination process will be twelve (12) months and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director.

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HOW TO APPLY:

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit careers.sf.gov and begin the application process. 

Candidates must answer the answer the Required Questionnaire (https://forms.office.com/g/EPVt3YwnsP) as part of the online application process. Responses to items on the MQSQ must be supported by the information on the application to receive appropriate credit.
Submit an application by selecting the “Apply Now” button and follow instructions on the screen.

Our e-mail communications may come from more than one department so please make sure your email is set to accept messages from all of us at this link. Applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter.

Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment therefore, it is their responsibility to contact the Analyst if they update their email address. 

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights:
Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.sf.gov/. The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 110.4. Such appeals must be submitted in writing to the Department of Human Resources, 1 S Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103-5413 by close of business on the 5th business day following the issuance date of this examination announcement. Information concerning other Civil Service Commission Rules involving announcements, applications and examination policies, including applicant appeal rights, can be found on the Civil Service Commission website at http://sfgov.org/civilservice/rules.

DPH Health Critical Requirements and Information: Please review the following policies regarding DPH employment requirements that safeguard yourself and others.

Additional information regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Hanz Pagao at hanz.pagao@sfdph .org or 628-271-6839.

We may use text messaging to communicate with you on the phone number provided in your application. The first message will ask you to opt in to text messaging.

All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.