SENIOR COOK / NORTH COUNTY

Los Angeles County

Los Angeles County, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$47,961.84–$64,628.88 Per Year
LOCATION
Los Angeles County, CA
POSTED
6 days ago

SENIOR COOK / NORTH COUNTY

Salary

$47,961.84 - $64,628.88 Annually

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

J6399W

Department

SHERIFF

Opening Date

07/08/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

Position/Program Information

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

We encourage applications from anyone.

POSITIONS WILL BE ASSIGNED TO PITCHESS DETENTION FACILITY AND NORTH COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

FIRST DAY OF FILING:

The application filing period will begin on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. (PT) - Continuous.

We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

EXAM NUMBER:

J6399W

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Essential Job Functions

Supervises the work of food service staff and/or inmate workers by overseeing the setting up of meal facilities; overseeing the serving of food; planning work; assigning work; advising; monitoring; motivating; training; supporting; coaching; counseling; disciplining; approving/auditing employees' work products; and evaluating work performance to ensure: a) products/services are delivered in an efficient and cost-effective manner and b) compliance with department policy and procedures and health and safety regulations.

Leads the work of food service staff and/or inmate workers by assigning work; inspecting the work; providing guidance and technical expertise; aligning work projects with work priorities; monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating work projects; and training, coaching, and mentoring to ensure work is in compliance with department policy and procedures and health and safety regulations.

Cooks large quantity meals by using standard preparation and cooking techniques; preparing of a variety of food items; properly using various kitchen utensils and equipment; portioning and serving food items; preparing and setting up meal facilities; properly cleaning dishes, pots, pans, equipment, kitchen work areas, and food storage areas; etc. to feed staff and correctional inmates.

Instructs food services staff and/or inmate workers in health and safety regulations by observing and communicating with food services staff and/or inmate workers; demonstrating how to sanitize stations; providing training videos on food handling; providing opportunities to participate in food handling activities; etc. to ensure compliance with those regulations.

Ensures quality assurance by inspecting food supplies received; rejecting those supplies of poor or unacceptable quality; overseeing the proper storage of supplies accepted; monitoring the rotation of supplies to prevent spoilage; etc. to ensure that the quality of food prepared is acceptable and meets established dietary guidelines.

Coordinates workstation cooking activities with those of other kitchen units by organizing general inmate meals and/or medical diets; communicating with other facilities; communicating with food service staff; preparing food for two or more facilities; etc. to ensure that the quality of food prepared is acceptable and meets established guidelines (dietary, health, safety, etc.).

Ensures that utensils and work areas are clean and ready for the next shift by inspecting utensils and work areas; when necessary…cleaning utensils and work areas; logging in daily duties; logging in water, refrigerator, freezer temperatures; etc. to: a) update next shift; b) account for all utensils; c) ensure smooth transition into the next shift.

Modifies recipes to meet changes in the number of servings and the substitution of recipe ingredients when other ingredients are unavailable by asking supervisor if there are any menu changes; checking to see if supplies are in-stock; communicating with supervisor regarding out-of-stock supplies and meal modifications; beginning prepping and cooking; etc. to meet the dietary needs of inmates and staff.

For more information, please view the classification specification: Class Specifications | SENIOR COOK | Class Spec Details

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:

OPTION A:

Completion of a certificate program accredited by the American Culinary Federation Educational Institute (ACFEI) of at least 48 semester units in Culinary Arts from an accredited college -AND- two years experience in quantity food preparation and cooking of complete meals in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment.

OPTION B:

Two years journey level experience in quantity food preparation and cooking of complete meals in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment*.

LICENSE

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS

Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION

  • To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of all relevant official documents, including your official degree/certificate or official letter and official transcripts from an accredited institution, email it to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org, or fax it to (323) 415-2580 at the time of filing, or within seven (7) days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards and indicate the number of units and unit system. Documents marked as unofficial will not be accepted. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf

Experience in fast food service is not considered as qualifying for this position. "Quantity food preparation and cooking of complete (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) meals" covers experience in preparing and cooking many food items. Examples include soups, meats, vegetables, and others.

  • "Similar establishment" refers to establishments such as correctional facilities, hospitals, hotels, restaurants, and universities.

Journey level experience is defined as possessing the required knowledge, skills, and training to perform a full-range and diversity of work independently and reliably. Positions at this level operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulation, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.

WITHHOLD INFORMATION

No withhold will be allowed. Required experience/education must be fully met at the time of filing and clearly indicated on the application.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Credit will be given to applicants who possess DESIRABLE qualifications and indicate so on their employment application at the time of filing.

An Associates or Bachelors Degree in Culinary Arts or a related field from an accredited college*.

Full-time work experience*: monitoring and arranging food inventory based on freshness and expiration dates; cooking complete (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) large quantity meals; preparing and cooking complete (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) meals in accordance with health and safety regulations; ensuring that the utensils and work areas are clean; modifying food items, as necessary, to meet changing demands/needs; preparing food items for the next shift or day.

  • Full-time work experience is evaluated on the basis of a 40-hour work week.

Culinary experience in institutional establishments (e.g., hospitals, correctional facilities, universities, schools, etc.)

Culinary experience in commercial establishments (e.g., nursing homes, restaurants (other than fast food service), hotels, catering businesses, etc.)

Culinary experience in military establishments (e.g., Army, Navy, etc.)

A valid formal culinary certification(s) (e.g., ServSafe Food Manager Certification, CFC - Certified Fundamentals Cook, CEPC - Certified Executive Pastry Chef, and Certified Fundamentals Pastry Cook (CFPC), etc.) completed within the last five (5) years.

Supervisory/Acting Supervisory experience training employees; motivating employees; promoting employee safety; handling employee grievances; monitoring and reviewing the work of employees; documenting and implementing disciplinary action; directing and evaluating the performance of employees; planning, assigning, and delegating assignments to employees; participating in employee hiring, appointment, and termination processes.

Supervisory experience refers to providing direct administration and technical supervision to include planning, assigning, and reviewing work of staff (typically three (3) to ten (10) employees), evaluating employee performance, approving leaves of absence, counseling, and recommending discipline.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be used as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait three (3) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT

This assessment type will evaluate the training, experience, education, and desirable qualifications you list on the supplemental questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system. This part of the assessment is worth 100% of your total score and assesses:

  • Specialized Formal Education (i.e., related to Culinary Arts or a related field)
  • Work Duties
  • Types of Establishments
  • Culinary Certifications
  • Supervisory/Acting Supervisory Experience

APPLICANTS MUST RECEIVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE ASSESSMENT TO BE ADDED TO THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.

VETERAN'S CREDIT

If you are a veteran, you could receive military service credit. It adds 10% more points to the total passing score. Please attach your form DD214 with your application or email it to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org promptly. This allows us to review it and include veterans credit if you qualify before the list is available.

ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION

Applicants who passed the assessment are placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly. We will use this list to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department, Custody General & Specialized Division, Custody Food Services at Pitchess Detention Facility and North County Correctional Facility.

NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY SIX (6) MONTHS.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

AS PART OF THE HIRING INTERVIEW PROCESS, CANDIDATES MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS THE CUSTODY FACILITY SECURITY CLEARANCE. UPON SUCCESSFUL CLEARANCE, A TOUR WILL BE PROVIDED.

CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A DETAILED BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING A LIVE SCAN FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation.

ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED

The Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following:

  • use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.

Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.

AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any Shift

APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS.

WORK CONDITIONS

The Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department operates seven (7) days a week, 24-hours a day. Appointees MUST be willing to work:

  • at the following Sheriffs Department jail facilities within Los Angeles County: Pitchess Detention Facility and North County Correctional Facility.
  • various shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • in a jail facility where you will be working with and monitoring the work of inmates.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employers name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicants responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

  • cwhwang@lasd.org
  • info@governmentjobs.com
  • noreply@governmentjobs.com

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to www.governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to improve the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.

TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED, YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621

Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251

Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit

Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611

Department Contact Email: sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:

The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.

Testing Accommodations for Applicants:

The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.

Fair Chance:

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

Employment Eligibility:

Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

Career PathFinder:

Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.

Veteran's Credit:

Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.

For more information on veteran's credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf

Revised September 2025

For detailed information, please click here

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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWER CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be as specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification including the listed Examples of Duties and/or Essential Job Functions serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE RESPONSE AND NO CREDIT WILL BE AWARDED. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

  • Yes, I understand the above information and instructions.

02

Have you completed a certificate program accredited by the American Culinary Federation Educational Institute (ACEFI) of at least 48 semester units in Culinary Arts from an accredited college?

  • Yes
  • No

03

I understand that if I expect to receive credit for the required coursework and degree, I must include a legible copy of the official transcripts AND official degree/certificate, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the completed semester/quarter units of coursework in the areas of specialization. Documents may be submitted either by 1) attaching directly to my application at the time of submission, or 2) emailing any outstanding required documents to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org, or 3) faxing any outstanding documents to (323) 415-2580 at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your online application. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the educational requirements.

  • Yes, I understand the above information and instructions.

04

Which of the following best describes your experience in quantity food preparation and cooking of complete (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) meals in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment?

"Quantity food preparation and cooking of complete (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) meals" refers to experience preparing and cooking a variety of food items, including soups, meats, vegetables, and other foods."

(Experience in fast food is NOT considered qualifying for this position.)

  • Less than one year
  • One (1) year, but less than two
  • Two (2) years or more
  • None of the above

05

Which of the following best describe(s) the type of meals you cooked in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment?

Select all that apply:

  • Complete breakfast
  • Complete lunch
  • Complete dinner
  • None of the above

06

Describe your experience: in quantity food preparation and cooking of complete meals in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment.

INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION 1) Dates of Employment, 2) Employer Name, 3) Your Job Title, and 4) Detailed Description of Experience. Please also indicate your experience on your application (Insert N/A, if not applicable).

07

Which of the following best describes your journey level experience in quantity food preparation and cooking of complete (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) meals in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment?

Journey level experience is defined as experience possessing the required knowledge, skills, and training to perform a full-range and diversity of work independently and reliably. Positions at this level operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulation, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.

  • Less than one year
  • One (1) year, but less than two
  • Two (2) years or more
  • None of the above

08

Which of the following best describe(s) the type of meals you cooked at the journey level in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment?

Select all that apply:

  • Complete breakfast
  • Complete lunch
  • Complete dinner
  • None of the above

09

Describe your journey level experience: in quantity food preparation and cooking of complete meals in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment.

INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION 1) Dates of Employment, 2) Employer Name, 3) Your Job Title, and 4) Detailed Description of Experience. Please also indicate your experience on your application (Insert N/A, if not applicable).

10

General Instructions: The following self-assessment questionnaire will be used to evaluate your training and experience. All information that you provide is subject to verification. It is your sole responsibility to complete this questionnaire completely, correctly, and accurately. Making false statements on this form may cause you to be disqualified from this examination.

Instructions for Completion: You will document specific training and experiences that pertain to the competencies identified as important to successful performance of the job duties of a Senior Cook. You will receive points for each question based on the response(s) you provide. You will receive zero points for any question on which you: a) do not provide a response, or b) do not provide a brief description of your training and experience, when prompted, that supports the response(s) you have indicated. Referrals to a resume or the County applications will be considered a NON-RESPONSE. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification including the listed Examples of Duties and/or Essential Job Functions serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE RESPONSE AND NO CREDIT WILL BE AWARDED.

Scoring: The information you provide will be scored on a point system that reflects the relative importance of each item to the performance of the work of the classification. You will receive points for experiences that have been linked to ones ability to successfully perform the duties of a Senior Cook.

In order to receive credit, you must provide all required information and supporting documentation (e.g., duty assignment and supervisor contact information, etc.) as identified in the instructions for each section. Vague or incomplete entries will also not be awarded credit.

Certification Statement: By completing the following, I hereby attest that all information I have provided for the following questions in the evaluation of my training and experience is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that Professional Exams staff may contact my employers to verify the information that I have provided. I understand that any misrepresentations, falsifications, or omissions of material facts violates Civil Service Rules and may subject me to actions including removal from this examination.

Furthermore, I certify that I will not disclose the questions used in this examination to any candidate nor will I provide any information to anyone concerning anything related to the questions posed to me other than concerned parties in an official protest or appeal. I understand that violation of this agreement can result in my disqualification from this examination as provided by Civil Service Rules.

  • Yes, I understand and accept the above instructions.

11

Please select the following duties you have completed while working in quantity food preparation and cooking of complete (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) meals in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment on a full-time basis. (Full-time work is at least 40 hours a week.)

Select all that apply:

  • Monitors and arranges food inventory based on freshness and expiration dates.
  • Cooks complete (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) large quantity meals.
  • Prepares and cooks complete (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) meals in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • Ensures that utensils and work areas are clean.
  • Modifies food items, as necessary, to meet changing demands and needs.
  • Prepares food and items for the next shift or day.
  • None of the above

12

In relation to the question above, for each duty that you selected, to ensure you receive credit, you MUST provide ALL of the following: Position/Title Held, Employment Period: Start Date (mm/dd/yy) and End Date (mm/dd/yy), Employer Contact Information, Name of Supervisor, Title of Supervisor, Supervisors Phone Number, and E-mail Address (Insert N/A, if not applicable).

13

Which of the following establishments did you gain your culinary experience from?

Select all that apply:

  • Institutional Establishments (e.g., hospitals, correctional facilities, universities, schools, etc.)
  • Commercial Establishments (e.g., nursing homes, restaurants, hotels, catering businesses, etc.)
  • Military Establishments (e.g., Army, Navy, etc.)
  • I DO NOT have culinary experience working in an institutional, commercial, military, or similar establishment.

14

In relation to the question above, please indicate the name(s) and address(es) of the establishments (e.g., institutional, commercial, or military) in which you gained your culinary experience.

15

Please refer to the list below and indicate the formal Culinary Certification(s) you have obtained.

Select all that apply.

Culinary Certifications must be valid and completed within the last 5 years.

Please ALSO attach a copy of each culinary certification you have obtained.

  • ServeSafe Food Manager Certification
  • ServeSafe Food Handler Certification
  • ServeSafe Alcohol Certification
  • ServeSafe Allergens Certification
  • ServeSafe Workplace Certification
  • ServeSafe Academic Certification
  • ServeSafe Administrator Certification
  • CFC - Certified Fundamentals Cook
  • CFPC - Certified Fundamentals Pastry Cook
  • CC - Certified Culinarian
  • CPC - Certified Pastry Culinarian
  • CSC - Certified Sous Chef
  • CWPC - Certified Working Pastry Chef
  • CCC - Certified Chef de Cuisine
  • CEC - Certified Executive Chef
  • CEPC - Certified Executive Pastry Chef
  • CMC - Certified Master Chef
  • CMPC - Certified Master Pastry Chef
  • CCA - Certified Culinary Administrator
  • CCE - Certified Culinary Educator
  • Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCO)
  • Certified Executive Chef (CEC)
  • Certified Master Chef (CMC)
  • Personal Certified Chef (PCC)
  • Personal Certified Executive Chef (PCEC)
  • Certified Culinary Administrator (CCA)
  • Certified Fundamentals Pastry Cook (CFPC)
  • Certified Pastry Culinarian (CPC)
  • Certified Working Pastry (CWPC)
  • Certified Executive Pastry Chef (CEPC)
  • Certified Master Pastry Chef (CMPC)
  • Other
  • None of the above

16

If you selected "Other" to the question above, please list the name(s) and expiration date(s) of all of the culinary certification(s) you have obtained.

17

Which of the following best describes the highest level of education you have completed in Culinary Arts or a related field from an accredited college? (Please note: You must submit evidence of your education.)

  • Bachelors degree
  • Associates degree
  • I DO NOT have a Culinary Arts degree.

18

I understand that if I expect to receive credit for any culinary certificates or culinary degree listed above, I must submit a legible copy of the official certification(s), official degree, or official transcripts. Documents may be submitted either by 1) attaching directly to my application at the time of submission, 2) emailing any outstanding required documents to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org, or 3) faxing any outstanding documents to (323) 415-2580 at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your online application.

  • Yes, I understand the above information and instructions.

19

SUPERVISORY/ACTING SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE:

Please indicate your previous experience in performing supervisory/acting supervisory activities in the following responsibilities.

In order to receive credit, you must have performed five (5) or more of the activities listed below in the capacity of supervisor/acting supervisor.

Select all that apply.

  • Training employees
  • Motivating employees
  • Promoting employee safety
  • Handling employee grievances
  • Monitoring and reviewing the work of employees
  • Documenting and implementing disciplinary action
  • Directing and evaluating the performance of employees
  • Planning, assigning, and delegating assignments to employees
  • Participating in employee hiring, appointment, and termination processes
  • I DO NOT have supervisory/acting supervisory experience.

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SUPERVISORY/ACTING SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE (continued):

To receive points for the question above, you must indicate the following:

1) Dates of Supervisory/Acting Supervisory Experience (mm/dd/yr to mm/dd/yr)

2) Position/Job Title

3) Name of Organization(s)/Employer(s) in which you gained the supervisory/acting supervisory experience, beginning with the most recent.

(IF YOU HAVE NO SUPERVISORY/ACTING SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE IN THIS AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY, PLEASE TYPE "NO EXPERIENCE.")

21

If you are unwilling to comply with any of the following work conditions, your application will be rejected. Do you understand the information you just read?

  • Yes, I understand the above information.

22

Are you willing to work at the following Sheriffs Department jail facilities within Los Angeles County: Pitchess Detention Center and North County Correctional Facility, located in Castaic, CA?

  • Yes, I am willing to work at the following Sheriffs Department jail facilities within Los Angeles County: Pitchess Detention Center and North County Correctional Facility, located in Castaic, CA.
  • No, I am not willing to work at the following Sheriffs Department jail facilities within Los Angeles County: Pitchess Detention Center and North County Correctional Facility, located in Castaic, CA.

23

Are you willing to work various shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays?

  • Yes, I am willing to work various shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • No, I am not willing to work various shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

24

Are you willing to work in a jail facility where you will be working with and monitoring the work of inmates?

  • Yes, I am willing to work in a jail facility where I will be working with and monitoring the work of inmates.
  • No, I am not willing to work in a jail facility where I will be working with and monitoring the work of inmates.

25

If you successfully pass the exam process and are invited for a hiring interview, you will participate in a jail facility tour. In order to participate in the jail facility tour, you will be required to complete a Custody Facility Clearance Application and be subjected to a background check for access into the Los Angeles County Jail System.

  • Yes, I understand the above information and I am willing to comply if successful in the exam process.

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Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is the applicants responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for a late test administration or re-scheduling. Do you understand this information?

  • Yes, I understand the above information and instructions.

27

How did you learn about this position?

  • Personal referral from someone other than a County employee
  • County employee
  • Los Angeles County government job website
  • Social Media (Instagram)
  • Social Media (Facebook)
  • Linkedin
  • County Job Hotline
  • Job Fair

28

WARNING: This pre-investigative questionnaire is part of the background investigation. It is used to determine an applicants suitability for service within the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department (LASD). All information provided is considered confidential. A candidates information will only be disclosed to an assigned background investigator if he/she is deemed suitable for the job based on the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department hiring guidelines. Answer the following questions honestly and thoroughly, as your responses will be used to determine whether or not you can proceed with the hiring process. Your responses to the following questions will be subject to verification.

Do you understand this information?

  • Yes, I understand the above information and instructions.

29

The Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following: Use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription. Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.

  • Yes. If employed by the Department, I agree to abide by the zero tolerance policy on the use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.

30

The Los Angeles Sheriffs Department (LASD) employees must adhere to the departments policies regarding appearance. Hair should be clean and well groomed. Tattoos upon the neck, face or head are prohibited. Beards are not allowed for employees who wear any type of uniform; mustaches must be trimmed and neat; jewelry must be minimally observable. A uniform or professional attire is required while on duty. Are you willing to comply with all the grooming, appearance policies, procedures, and standards of the LASD?

  • Yes, I am willing to comply with all the grooming, appearance policies, procedures, and standards of the LASD.

31

Do you understand you will be subject to a thorough background investigation and a medical examination, if applicable?

  • Yes, I understand I will be subject to a thorough background investigation and a medical examination, if applicable.

32

Are you currently on criminal probation?

  • No
  • Yes

33

Are you currently on criminal parole?

  • No
  • Yes

34

Have you ever been convicted for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs or any DUI-related crimes? If "yes", when was the last incident/arrest date?

  • No
  • Yes; within 1 year
  • Yes; more than 1 year ago, but less than 2 years
  • Yes; more than 2 years ago, but less than 3 years
  • Yes; more than 3 years ago, but less than 4 years
  • Yes; more than 4 years ago

35

Have you ever used any illegal drug (methamphetamine, heroin, speed, cocaine, ecstasy, PCP, hallucinogens, etc.) OTHER than marijuana? If "yes", when was the last time?

  • No
  • Yes; within the last 12 months
  • Yes; more than 1 year ago, but less than 2 years
  • Yes; more than 2 years ago, but less than 3 years
  • Yes; more than 3 years ago, but less than 4 years
  • Yes; more than 4 years ago

36

Have you ever used methamphetamine? If "yes", how many times?

  • No
  • Yes; 1 to 9 times
  • Yes; 10 to 19 times
  • Yes; 20 to 30 times
  • Yes; 31 or more times

37

Have you ever used heroin? If "yes", how many times?

  • No
  • Yes; 1 to 9 times
  • Yes; 10 to 19 times
  • Yes; 20 to 29 times
  • Yes; 30 or more times

38

Have you ever used speed? If "yes", how many times?

  • No
  • Yes; 1 to 9 times
  • Yes; 10 to 19 times
  • Yes; 20 to 30 times
  • Yes; 31 or more times

39

Have you ever used cocaine? If "yes", how many times?

  • No
  • Yes; 1 to 9 times
  • Yes; 10 to 19 times
  • Yes; 20 to 30 times
  • Yes; 31 or more times

40

Have you ever used ecstasy? If "yes", how many times?

  • No
  • Yes; 1 to 9 times
  • Yes; 10 to 19 times
  • Yes; 20 to 30 times
  • Yes; 31 or more times

41

Have you ever used PCP? If "yes", how many times?

  • No
  • Yes; 1 to 9 times
  • Yes; 10 to 19 times
  • Yes; 20 to 29 times
  • Yes; 30 or more times

42

Have you ever used hallucinogens? If "yes", how many times?

  • No
  • Yes; 1 to 9 times
  • Yes; 10 to 19 times
  • Yes; 20 to 30 times
  • Yes; 31 or more times

43

By answering the previous questions, you acknowledge that any false statements or omissions in this questionnaire will cause you to be disqualified, removed from an eligibility list, or be cause for immediate dismissal, if any appointment is or will be made at a later time.

  • Yes

Required Question

Employer County of Los Angeles

Address

Los Angeles, California, 90010

Website http://hr.lacounty.gov

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