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Salary : $42,224.00 - $51,313.60 Annually
Location : Placerville & South Lake Tahoe, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2601-5905
Department: Sheriff
Opening Date: 12/30/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
The selected candidate may be eligible for the following recruitment incentives*

• Up to $6,000 to be paid in equal installments for the first twenty-six (26) consecutive biweekly pay periods in the position.

*Recruitment incentive eligibility and administration is subject to the County of El Dorado Personnel Rules. Current County of El Dorado Employees are not eligible to receive recruitment incentives.
THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continue to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
THE EL DORADO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to providing exceptional public service in alignment with the Sheriff's Office Mission and Vision, taking a modern approach to the traditional services of law enforcement, fostering leadership and employee development, and remaining faithful and responsive to the communities we serve.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Under general supervision, oversees inmates, detainees and inmate workers in detention and personally participates in the preparation, volume cooking, and portioning of meals in the County Jail.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Instruct inmates/detainee workers in detention in the techniques of food preparation, cooking and portioning, safe work procedures, and the use and minor maintenance of institutional cooking equipment.
• Plan meals following established guidelines and order required food items.
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of a full range of meals, including special diets.
• Direct the portioning of food for distribution to the inmate/detainee population.
• Ensure that food preparation equipment, cooking and serving utensils, kitchen work areas, and the dining area are orderly, clean, and sanitary.
• Use, clean, adjust and perform minor maintenance to a variety of large institutional cooking equipment.
• Store leftover food appropriately, inventory and maintain stocks of food and supplies; receive food and supplies, unpack and store food in the appropriate location.
• Maintain records of food and supplies used and meals served, prepare periodic and special reports as required.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description
Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations:
Experience:Three (3) years of experience in the institutional or commercial food industry.
Other Requirements:
Possession of a ServSafe Food Handler Certificate within three (3) months of hire.
Must pass a detailed background investigation.
Click here to view the Correctional Cook minimum qualifications, as well as the physical environmental and working conditions.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONApply online by clicking the 'Apply" link at the top of this announcement. When your online application is complete, click 'Accept'.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Jenny Thomas in Human Resources at
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RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred biweekly to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
For more information on the recruitment process, click here.
Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThe County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Correctional Cook. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.
We currently have the following vacancies:

• Three (3) full-time vacancies in the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office located in Placerville and South Lake Tahoe, CA.

Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions
The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
All Sheriff's employees undergo thorough and lengthy background investigations prior to conditional job offer.
Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.
As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every five (5) years.
Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles from Sacramento Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Live Music and Music Festivals
• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
• El Dorado County Fair
• Placerville Speedway
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Local Shopping Gems

Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click for more information.
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The County of El Dorado participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If hired, the information you provide on your Form I-9 will be used to verify your authorization to work in the United States.
Learn more:

• E-Verify Notice of Participation
• Right to Work

The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!
For your Health and Well-Being:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• County sponsored Wellness program
• Discounts on gym memberships

For your Financial Future:

• CalPERS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Optional Life Insurance

For your Work/Life Balance:

• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
• Personal and bereavement leave

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.
Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.
Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
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Supplemental questions play an important role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

• I acknowledge receipt of this information

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How many full-time years of experience in an institutional or commercial food industry do you possess? (please make sure to include details in the work experience section of your application above)

• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Two to three years
• Three to four years
• Greater than four years

Required Question