Cook - Part Time 19 Hours/Week (Broward Addiction Recovery Center)
Salary
$17.63 - $28.14 Hourly
Location
HS -BARC North, 3275 NW 99th Way, Coral Springs, FL
Job Type
Part-Time 19- No Benefits
Job Number
1414651
Department
Hum Svcs BARC Resid Food
Opening Date
08/12/2026
Closing Date
8/19/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Veterans Preference Notice
Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
International Degree Verification
International degrees must be evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org/members or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE) https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members. Candidates are responsible for all evaluation expenses. Completed evaluations do not guarantee employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for a part time Cook (P/T 19) at the Broward Addiction Recovery Center (BARC).
General Description
Performs skilled cooking and food preparation and service tasks. Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires two (2) years experience in food preparation, handling, storage, and kitchen sanitation or closely related experience.
Special Requirements
Must be able to work flexible schedule including: mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Must possess and maintain a Florida Food Manager Certification (i.e., ServSafe or similar).
Preferences
SCOPE OF WORK
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Work is performed according to established food service procedures and State health and nutritional guidelines, with employees responsible for applying knowledge and experience to tasks performed. Work is reviewed for quality, quantity and/or accuracy.
Must be able to perform a variety of essential kitchen safety and sanitation duties in receiving, stocking, storing, preparing, and serving of foods.
Ability to maintain all equipment used in cooking, food preparation, food storage, and cleaning/sanitation in a safe and efficient manner.
Uses recipes and job knowledge to prepare or supervise the preparation of foods, vegetables, meats, and beverages for various meals giving due care to achieve high quality taste and appearance.
May prepare foods for therapeutic or special diets.
Knowledge of recipe development, general nutrition, and large quantity food preparation.
Responsible for cooking and preparation of trays and/or loading of food carts or steam tables for serving clients.
May assist in the planning of menus to provide adequate nutrition to clients.
Ability to adapt to changes (i.e., food substitutions and numbers served).
May participate in cost containment and efficient food production procedures.
Knowledge of receiving, stocking supplies, cleaning food preparation and serving areas, and other related work as required.
May assist in ordering supplies in proper quantity, checking orders received for proper weight and satisfactory quality.
Cleans stoves, cookers, kettles, pots, pans, refrigerators, food grinders, mixers, tables and • kitchen utensils and kitchen areas as to meet sanitation standards.
Ability to make independent decisions in a logical, responsible, and compassionate manner.
Ability to work cooperatively with a diverse group of staff and clients.
Performs inventory management under the supervision of the supervisor.
Attend staff trainings and supervision meetings as necessary and/or required. Attend appropriate staff meetings as assigned.
May participate in conducting food satisfaction surveys.
May assist in the development of improvement plans based on client feedback. May participate in performance improvement program.
May prepare and complete simple reports and forms related to job duties.
Assists in training and development of food service workers and temporary staff.
Supervision of others is not a normal responsibility of this position; however, employees may be responsible for guiding and instructing new employees or temporary workers.
Assists in planning and running the kitchen and food service operations and in scheduling staff in the absence of the regular supervisor or as assigned.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Must be knowledgeable of OSHA guidelines regarding kitchen hazards, including safety, ergonomic, and other health hazards.
None.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Competencies
Action Oriented
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm, working quickly and without undue oversight.
Plans and Aligns
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Gains a clear understanding of the main tasks needed to complete work in the right sequence. Identifies the support and resources needed to carry out plans; delivers on time at an acceptable quality level.
Ensures Accountability
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Operates with a clear sense of responsibility; learns about, and adheres to, most policies, procedures, and work requirements. Takes steps to ensure work is done properly, communicates status, and addresses any errors.
Drives Results
Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Does what is necessary to meet goals and deliver expected results with acceptable quality. Shows consistent effort to complete even unpleasant or routine tasks in a timely manner; maintains work focus despite obstacles or setbacks.
County Core Competencies
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the Countys four core behavioral competencies.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires Broward County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the Professional Standards/Human Rights Section.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward Countys Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of County-paid life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Employees who are hired into a full-time, or part-time position working 20 hours per week, are considered benefits-eligible. Benefits become effective on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.
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Applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information to be considered. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicants qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a particular field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the Work Experience section of your application). Broward County no longer accepts attachments to job applications, including resumes or supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered. If the experience you reference in the questions below is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered unqualified for this position, and you may be removed from consideration. Do you understand that in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?
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Do you possess at least two (2) years experience in food preparation, handling, storage, and kitchen sanitation or closely related experience? (This information must be verifiable on your application)
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A function of this position involves working different shifts, are you willing and able to work a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, early evenings, weekends, and holidays?
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Do you possess a current Food Protection Manager Certification (i.e., SERV Safe)?
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What experience or knowledge do you have regarding therapeutic and modified diets such as low fat, low sodium, diabetic, and mechanically altered diets? Do you have any experience with standardized menus and recipes?
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A function of this job involves adequate inventory control. What has been your experience in ordering and maintaining an accurate inventory of goods?
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Please describe your experience with local, state and/or federal regulations that govern institutionalized foodservice establishments.
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Describe an experience where you had to handle an irate or angry customer. What did you do and how did you handle it?
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What, if any, experience do you have working with high-risk or vulnerable populations?
Required Question
Employer Broward County
Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800
Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers
| Location | Coral Springs, FL |
| Salary | $17.63–$28.14 Per Hour |