Part Time Cook County Jail Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $21.75 - $25.01 Hourly
Location : Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type: Regular Part Time - Less than 20 hours
Job Number: 0804761
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: Sheriff-General Fund Jail
Opening Date: 07/15/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Nature of Work
Under limited supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in preparing and serving meals to inmates; supervising trustees in food preparation and serving; performs related work as assigned.
Please Note:
This position requires shift work and weekend work.
For questions regarding this posting please contact the Sheriff's Office at 928-226-5069.
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)
• Plans, purchases, prepares and serves inmate meals
• Trains, supervises 10 to 12 working inmates in food preparation, safety and policies and procedures for a population of approximately 400 to 600 inmates while maintaining security in the kitchen, without an officer present
• Inspects and ensures the quality and quantity of food
• Supervises and assists in cleaning kitchen and serving areas
• Prepares reports and maintains records and inventories as required
• Maintains compliance with food handling policies and procedures
• Maintains a positive work environment with and amongst the working inmates
• Keeps food costs within the parameters of the budget
• Consults with dieticians, nutritionists, and medical staff for special diets
Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: standing and walking to prepare and serve food; reaching for items on shelves; working with and around inmates and other staff and volunteers; repetitive motion (hand-wrist and elbow-shoulder) to prepare food and sweeping, mopping; hearing and speech (ordinary conversation) to communicate with staff and inmates and for telephone conversations, overhead paging and conversations in a loud environment; touch (finger dexterity) for preparing food, phone usage and clean up. Environmental factors include working indoors within the jail and dining hall; working around extreme heat and noise. Hazards including potential for oven and stove top burns.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of experience in food preparation, serving and cooking in volume; OR any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must submit to a background search and successfully pass polygraph examination. Must not have a felony conviction within previous ten years or dishonorable discharge from the military. Must not have a misdemeanor conviction involving domestic violence within previous five years. Must acquire Food Manager's Certificate within 90 days of hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
-Previous experience supervising kitchen staff or inmate/detainee work crews
-Prior experience working in a detention, correctional, or secure facility
-Experience preparing meals for large populations (100+ meals per service)
The idea candidate will have experience cooking in high-volume or institutional settings (correctional, school, hospital, military, shelter) and be comfortable working in a secure, highly regulated environment
This position is non-exempt from overtime.
This position is safety sensitive.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of:
- Large scale food preparation
- Kitchen safety and food sanitation
- Use and care of kitchen equipment
- Food ordering and inventory maintenance
- Security policies and procedures
Skill in:
- Operation of food preparation equipment
- Computer data entry
Ability to:
- Read and follow recipes
- Direct the activities of workers
- Perform physical inventories
- Communicate orally and by telephone with public and employees in a face-to-face setting
- Remain in a standing position for extended periods of time
- Prepare and maintain records and reports
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with inmates, employees, other agencies and the public
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass

Elective Coverage

• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability

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Sheriff's Office: As part of the application process, you are required to submit a completed background packet to the Sheriff's Office prior to the close date of this position. The following link will allow you to download the 25-page background questionnaire. If you need assistance or have any questions regarding the download, please call Human Resources at (928) 679-7100. Copy and paste the link below into your browser to access the background.https://www.coconino.az.gov/DocumentCenter/View/66834/Final-New-Background-PacketI understand that a background check is required as part of this application process.

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Please describe in detail your experience cooking for large groups.
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Please describe your previous experience managing people.
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Are you comfortable working independently?

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Can you work nights and weekends?

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