Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, United States · On-site
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Skills: Food Safety, Meal Preparation, ServSafe Standards, Kitchen Sanitation, Inventory Management
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, United States • On-site
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Prepare and package meals for the Nutrition Program, including Meals on Wheels and congregate sites, following dietitian-approved menus. Maintain kitchen cleanliness, manage inventory, and ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license, with a ServSafe certification required within six months of hire. A technical diploma in culinary science and three or more years of experience cooking for large groups are preferred.
Thank you for your interest in joining Door County Government!
Door County is proud to be a premier place to live, work, and visit. We serve nearly 30,000 year-round residents and a vibrant seasonal population by providing essential services that support and protect the people, economy, and environment of the beautiful Door Peninsula.
Within the County organization, the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Door County provides a central, reliable point of access for information, assistance, and community resources. The ADRC serves adults age 60 and older, adults age 18 and older with physical or developmental disabilities, individuals with mental health or substance use needs, and the families, caregivers, and community members who support them. All services are free and confidential.
Our mission is to offer timely, accurate information and support that helps individuals remain active, engaged, and in control of their well-being. We are committed to consumer-driven services, empowerment, respect, inclusion, quality, collaboration, and responsible stewardship of public resources.
To support this work, we are seeking a candidate who will fulfill the responsibilities outlined in the job summary and contribute to delivering accessible, high-quality services to the residents of Door County.
Supports the County’s Nutrition Program by preparing and packaging meals in accordance with food safety standards and dietitian-approved menus. The role plays a key part in ensuring reliable service to Meals on Wheels recipients and congregate meal sites, requiring coordination, adherence to safety protocols, and cooperative teamwork within the ADRC kitchen environment.
Work is primarily conducted in a commercial kitchen environment that requires adherence to food safety procedures and safe equipment use. Approximately 75% of work involves bending, twisting, reaching, standing, and walking. The position requires regular handling and lifting of items between 10 to 40 pounds. Exposure to heat-producing kitchen appliances (ovens, steamers) and mechanical equipment (mixers, slicers) is common. Use of PPE such as gloves or aprons may be required during meal preparation and sanitation activities.
In an effort to provide for continuity of County government and to cope with the problems of the emergency, you may be required to work during a proclaimed state of emergency, consistent with Sec. 323.14, Wis. Stats. and County emergency management plans and programs.
Door County is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
The above is intended to describe the general content of the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
Questions about the position or hiring process?
Contact Door County Human Resources at [email protected]
(Mon–Thurs 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Fri 7:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.)
In compliance with federal and state laws, if you require reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or selection process due to a disability, please notify Human Resources.
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Application Timeline
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Applicants may be evaluated through one or more of the following:
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Final candidate(s) may be subject to:
Door County is committed to a fair, consistent, and job-related hiring process.
Thank you for your interest in this position with Door County. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Door County Government, established in 1851, provides services to the County's 30,000 year round residents as well as a seasonal population whose size fluctuates throughout the year. The county seat is the City of Sturgeon Bay. The county consists of the city, fourteen towns and four villages covering the 492 square miles of the Door Peninsula. Door County's over 300 miles of shoreline, five state parks, twenty-one county parks, and year round activities offer many the chance to relax and unwind. Throughout the changing seasons, each of the towns and villages, offers something for everyone. Activities are endless - art galleries, live music and theatre, cherry and apple orchards, golfing, boating, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and the list goes on. The changing seasons add to the beauty of the peninsula. The Mission of Door County Government: Protect the people, economic vitality, and environment of Door County and enable its people to build productive communities, families and lives. Deliver all county services and programs in a respectful, professional manner and manage operations consistent with available human, natural and fiscal resources. Door County Government Vision Statement: We envision a Door County government that people feel has helped make the county a better place to live. Door County government strives to be the leader in developing partnerships private and community organizations to deliver the programs and services people call for. We are a government that listens to its people, promotes a diverse and vital economy, values fiscal responsibility and enhances the natural and aesthetic qualities that have for so long made Door County a premier place to live, work, and visit.
Offices: 421 Nebraska St, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235, US · 916 N 14th Ave, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235, US · 1205 S Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235, US · 1001 S Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235, US
View all jobs at Door County Human ResourcesDoor County Government, established in 1851, provides services to the County's 30,000 year round residents as well as a seasonal population whose size fluctuates throughout the year. The county seat is the City of Sturgeon Bay. The county consists of the city, fourteen towns and four villages covering the 492 square miles of the Door Peninsula. Door County's over 300 miles of shoreline, five state parks, twenty-one county parks, and year round activities offer many the chance to relax and unwind. Throughout the changing seasons, each of the towns and villages, offers something for everyone. Activities are endless - art galleries, live music and theatre, cherry and apple orchards, golfing, boating, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and the list goes on. The changing seasons add to the beauty of the peninsula. The Mission of Door County Government: Protect the people, economic vitality, and environment of Door County and enable its people to build productive communities, families and lives. Deliver all county services and programs in a respectful, professional manner and manage operations consistent with available human, natural and fiscal resources. Door County Government Vision Statement: We envision a Door County government that people feel has helped make the county a better place to live. Door County government strives to be the leader in developing partnerships private and community organizations to deliver the programs and services people call for. We are a government that listens to its people, promotes a diverse and vital economy, values fiscal responsibility and enhances the natural and aesthetic qualities that have for so long made Door County a premier place to live, work, and visit.
Offices: 421 Nebraska St, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235, US · 916 N 14th Ave, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235, US · 1205 S Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235, US · 1001 S Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235, US
View all jobs at Door County Human Resources