Cook I/II

Job Description:

Cook I/II

Description

The Napa Valley

Internationally known for its fine wines exciting restaurants and world-class resorts, is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage. Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities. The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities.

Napa County as an Employer

As an organization, the County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. LEARN MORE HERE.

The Position

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one (1) part-time vacancy (0.5 FTE) for the classification of Cook I/II, which may be filled at either level depending on the qualifications, for the Juvenile Hall at Napa County. The eligibility list established from this recruitment will be used to fill future part-time and extra help vacancies as they occur over the next 12 months.

About the Position & Department:
The Napa County Probation Department operates adult and juvenile court-related services in the areas of investigation and supervision with the mission to enforce court orders to inspire positive change, transform the live of offenders, victims, and families, and promote community safety. The department is also responsible for the overall operation of the County’s Juvenile Hall, which provides custody, counseling, medical care and guidance of delinquent and custodial youth in a variety of short- and medium-term programs. Learn more about the Napa County Probation Department HERE.

The Cook at the Juvenile Hall will prepare and cook food in large quantities. The Cook I is an entry-level position that works under general supervision, prepares, cooks and serves a variety of food for regular and special diets daily within the facility. The Cook II is a journey-level position that is responsible for the food preparation and serving activities for special programs, coordinating cooking activities, and providing lead supervision over other food service staff.

Our ideal candidate will be:

• Experienced in commercial kitchen with a passion for food and cooking.
• Able to obtain the Food Handler's card within thirty (30) days of appointment and must maintain the certificate for the duration of employment in this classification.
• Aware of maintaining a safe, clean and sanitary environment.
• Able to perform simple math computations in following recipes and other directions.
• Effective working with a wide variety of people.

Pay & Benefits:

• Cook I: $27.34 (Step 1) - $32.15 (Step 5)
• Cook II: $29.83 (Step 1) - $35.03 (Step 5)
• Public Service Employee Unit Benefits Summary

Position Requirements:
This is a part-time position. To qualify for the Cook I/II classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:

• COOK I EXPERIENCE: One year of experience in preparing, cooking, and serving meals in large quantities.
• COOK II EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience in preparing, cooking and serving meals in large quantities.
• COOK I/II EDUCATION: Completion of formal or informal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write on the level required for successful job performance.

The Recruitment & Selection Process :

Online Application Deadline By 5:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on Friday, September 12, 2025 Minimum Qualification Screening By Monday, September 15, 2025 Supplemental Questions Scoring (SME Review) Tentatively scheduled for the week of September 15, 2025

Supplemental questions will be scored by subject matter experts. The most qualified applicants from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Exam (Panel Interview).

Oral Exam (Panel Interview) Tentatively scheduled for the week of September 29, 2025

The most qualified candidates from the oral exam (panel interview) will be placed on the eligibility list and may be considered for current and future positions for up to one year from establishment date.

The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the recruitment process at any time.

Example of Duties

View the full job description, including the example of duties, for the classifications below.

• COOK I HERE
• COOK II HERE

Disaster Service Workers:
Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, flood, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code § 3102).

ADA Accommodation:
Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303.

Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES BENEFITS INFORMATION

SALARY -
Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO -
Click here for additional benefits information forPublic ServicesEmployees:
https://www.countyofnapa.org/DocumentCenter/View/25886/Benefits-Summary---Public-Service-Employee-PSE

THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONS

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

PHYSICAL STANDARDS -
Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination.

FINGERPRINTING -
All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted.

SELECTION PROCESS -

FOR POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT - The selection process will include an oral board interview, psychological assessment, background investigation, and a pre-employment physical exam.

Closing Date/Time: 9/12/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$28,433.60 - $36,431.20 Annually