Job description and requirements
Job Description and Duties
Cooperate with the Assistant Correctional Food Manager in the ordering of all food items and supplies for the California Institution for Men. Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Correctional Food Manager, complete the Food Service Department’s accounting and record keeping functions. Assimilate data into the computer, monitors deliveries of supplies, ensures adherence to schedules and assists in the menu development. You will train and supervise Correctional Supervising Cooks (CSC) in the preparation of food items. You will provide training in the standard of serving portions and acceptable food handling practices. You will conduct sanitary and safety inspections of the kitchens and dining rooms with written documentation weekly.
You will supervise and train subordinate staff and outline clear work performance expectations to them. You will evaluate the work performance of subordinate staff and prepare written performance reports. You will train subordinate staff in job related functions, incarcerated persons/staff interaction, incarcerated persons time cards, record keeping, safety procedures, HACCP and SDS. You will ensure that those under your supervision are well groomed, properly attired and appropriately equipped when reporting for duty.
All staff will have their State Identification Card, key chits, thermometer, pen, note pad and a whistle in their possession while on duty. Regardless of job classification, are responsible for documenting any acts of incarcerated person misconduct, CCR Title 15 Article 3. Escapes: it is the duty of every employee to do everything possible to prevent the escape of an incarcerated person.
Effective July 1, 2025, the PLP 2025 was implemented. The program requires that each full-time employee receive a 3 percent reduction in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly. Salaries posted do not reflect this temporary reduction.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.
This advertisement is for a Supervising Correctional Cook, DOC position located at the California Institution for Men in Chino, San Bernardino County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 080-211-5480-XXX.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Special Requirements
Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
Candidates new to CDCR or the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to Home | E-Verify.
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Shall create and promote an inclusive workplace that empowers employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences.
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Job Description and Duties
Cooperate with the Assistant Correctional Food Manager in the ordering of all food items and supplies for the California Institution for Men. Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Correctional Food Manager, complete the Food Service Department’s accounting and record keeping functions. Assimilate data into the computer, monitors deliveries of supplies, ensures adherence to schedules and assists in the menu development. You will train and supervise Correctional Supervising Cooks (CSC) in the preparation of food items. You will provide training in the standard of serving portions and acceptable food handling practices. You will conduct sanitary and safety inspections of the kitchens and dining rooms with written documentation weekly.
You will supervise and train subordinate staff and outline clear work performance expectations to them. You will evaluate the work performance of subordinate staff and prepare written performance reports. You will train subordinate staff in job related functions, incarcerated persons/staff interaction, incarcerated persons time cards, record keeping, safety procedures, HACCP and SDS. You will ensure that those under your supervision are well groomed, properly attired and appropriately equipped when reporting for duty.
All staff will have their State Identification Card, key chits, thermometer, pen, note pad and a whistle in their possession while on duty. Regardless of job classification, are responsible for documenting any acts of incarcerated person misconduct, CCR Title 15 Article 3. Escapes: it is the duty of every employee to do everything possible to prevent the escape of an incarcerated person.
Effective July 1, 2025, the PLP 2025 was implemented. The program requires that each full-time employee receive a 3 percent reduction in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly. Salaries posted do not reflect this temporary reduction.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.
This advertisement is for a Supervising Correctional Cook, DOC position located at the California Institution for Men in Chino, San Bernardino County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 080-211-5480-XXX.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Special Requirements
Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
Candidates new to CDCR or the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to Home | E-Verify.
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Shall create and promote an inclusive workplace that empowers employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences.
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Regional hiring context
There are 52 current state openings in San Bernardino County, including this position.
Application timeline
Applications close in 9 days, on November 13, 2026.
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Posting history
This posting appears on CalCareers. CA Public Jobs first observed it on October 30, 2026. It was last verified open on November 4, 2026.