Cook/Driver

Cook/Driver

Salary

$31,200.00 - $44,907.20 Annually

Location

Arkansas City, KS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2022-00088

Department

Public Services Department

Opening Date

09/25/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Description

The City of Arkansas City is seeking a dependable, skilled, and self-motivated

Senior Center Cook/Driver

At the City of Arkansas City, we offer an outstanding benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, KPERS retirement benefits, paid time off, holidays, and opportunities for growth and development.

Job Purpose and Objectives:

Responsible for the safe and proper delivery of meals for the homebound and assisting with preparing all food for the on-site center for Arkansas City.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities:

Supervision Received: Works under the general guidance and direction of the Director of Senior Services

Supervision Exercised: None

Commitment to Mission and Organization Values

It is each employee's commitment to uphold these core values while representing the City of Arkansas City in carrying out municipal duties as public servants. These values should form the basis for interactions with the general public, with other agencies and with each other.

Mission

The City of Arkansas City strives to provide a high quality of life for its citizens by furnishing a variety of efficient services in a professional, courteous manner.

Statement of Organizational Values

We value Professional Ethics, which includes:

Honesty

Compassion

Fairness

Confidentiality

Reliability

Stewardship of resources

Respectfulness

Non-discriminatory behavior

Professionalism & personal courtesy

We value Commitment to Citizens through Customer Service, which includes:

Courteous interaction with the public

Pride & ownership

Programs that address citizen needs

A sense of urgency and responsiveness

A service-oriented approach to patrons

Listening as well as hearing

We value Commitment to Excellence, which includes:

An ability to see the big picture

A sense of pride

A commitment to employee knowledge

Employee professionalism

Accountability

Teamwork

Protection of health, safety & public welfare

A willingness to embrace change

A commitment to organizational goals

Clear communication

Job Competencies: Essential Functions include the following. Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. Schedule and shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.

• Prepares food assigned by using API menu and standardized recipes, in accordance with state, federal, and API guidelines as assigned by cook
• Provides lightly seasoned and nutritionally adequate meals
• Assists in panning foods for serving preparation
• Performs cooking duties with other staff
• Weighs and measures designated ingredients
• Follows the standards set forth by Kansas Department of Health and Environment
• Uses first in and first out inventory method
• Inspects equipment for cleanliness and functional operation
• Assists with arrivals of food items from suppliers
• Uses clean as you go methods
• Cleans work area, equipment and utensils
• Carries pans, kettles and trays of food to and from workstations, stove and refrigerator
• Assists in maintaining accurate temperature records for freezer and refrigeration equipment
• Participates on the food service line for participants and home delivered meals
• Delivers meals to participants in a timely, professional and helpful manner
• Receives information and carries out delivery changes
• Delivers packaged meals in a safe and sanitary manner
• Places hot food trays in a thermal container with ice sheets to maintain proper serving temperature
• Assists the recipient, when needed, in opening containers
• Accepts contributions for Friendship Meals and provides those funds directly to the Director of Senior Services on the same day
• Maintains the home delivery meal customers confidentiality about contributions and other personal matters
• Keeps log of mileage for weekly reports
• Maintains vehicles and ensures it is safe, clean and fueled to complete the entire route
• Uses charge account fuel card appropriately
• Delivers commodities to Windsor Court and helps with carry out services
• Attends training, workshops and seminars
• Enforces and maintains compliance with all federal, state and local laws and ordinances
• Complies with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures
• Operates all job-related equipment, machinery, tools and other aids as required or needed
• Protects and maintains any confidential information you have access to, whether oral, written, or electronic
• Consistent attention and commitment to safety
• Meaningful and sustained commitment to work well with others by treating everyone with dignity, respect, consideration and civility on a regular and consistent basis
• Attending work on a regular and consistent basis
• Performs other duties as assigned or deemed necessary

Position Requirements and Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or other equivalent
• Experience in food preparation and nutrition preferred

Certifications / Licenses:

• Valid Driver's License with a safe driving record

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Ability to make calculations in order to increase or decrease recipes
• Knowledge on scratch baking techniques for bread, cake and cookies
• Ability to read and understand maps
• Ability to operate institutional food service equipment
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Ability to fulfill all duties with minimal supervision and to work independently
• Assess situations rapidly and make logical decisions in a timely manner
• Analyze facts and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to effectively manage projects and multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong math, spelling, computer, and calculator abilities
• Ability to communicate in a professional, calm and courteous manner with the general public and employees
• Attention to detail

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must meet Level 2 in Department of Labor's Dictionary of Titles - Light Work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, an/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Required walking or standing to a significant degree; or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls. Involves walking, sitting, standing, climbing, stooping, crawling, kneeling, and stretching as required. May also require long periods of looking overhead.

Must successfully pass a background check, drug screen, physical exam and essential functions test.

Normal Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and proof of eligibility must be provided if selected for hire.

The City of Arkansas City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected by federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions are made without regard to protected status and are based on merit, qualifications, and business necessity.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance in the hiring process should email the Human Resources Division at mmcfarland@arkansascityks.gov or call (620) 441-4405 for more information.

2026 Benefits Package

Please note participation in any of the following benefits is determined by eligibility requirements and election by the eligible employee. Contact the Human Resources Division for details.

BlueCross/Blue Shield of Kansas Health Insurance

Triple Option

(Deductible per group anniversary benefit period)

Option1

$200/$400individual/two-or-more persons

Option2

$500/$1,000individual/two-or-more persons

Option 3

$1,000/$2,000individual/two-or-more persons

Coinsurance(Memberportionformostservices)

20% of allowed amounts after deductible has been met; up to

$1,000/$2,000individual/two-or-more persons maximum

Annual Out-of-Pocket Maximum

(includes deductible/coinsurance)

Copays do not apply to the annual out-of-pocket amount. At the groups anniversary, an employee can upgrade no more than one deductible level within an option per benefit period. An employee can down grade to any deductible level within an option per benefit period.

Option1 $1,200/$2,400individual/two-or-more persons Option 2 $1,500/$3,000 individual/two-or-more persons Option3$2.000/$4,000 individual/two-or-more persons

After the annual out-of-pocket amount has been reached(deductible/coinsurance) eligible benefits will be paid at 100% of the allowed amount

for the remainder of the benefit period.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas Health Insurance Employee Cost

200/400 deductible

500/1000 deductible

1000/2000deductible

Employee Only

56.07

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee Only

41.07

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee Only

26.49

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Child(ren)

112.35

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Child(ren)

82.25

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Child(ren)

53.03

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Spouse

120.41

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Spouse

88.18

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Spouse

56.87

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Family

176.68

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Family

129.37

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Family

83.41

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Delta Dental of Kansas Dental Insurance

Delta Dental of Kansas Dental Insurance Employee Cost

Benefit% Paid for covered dental procedures (Subject to deductible and coinsurance)

100%Diagnostic&Preventive 80%Basic

50%Major

No orthodontics included in plan.

Employee Only8.752x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Family15.002x/month

Pre-Tax

Deductible

Coverage for diagnostic and preventive services is not subject to deductible. For all other covered benefits the calendar year deductible is $50 x 3

Maximum Contract Benefit Per Person

$1,500 for all covered dental procedures for each eligible person in any calendar year

01

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03

Within the last 3 to 5 years have you received any driving violations? If yes, what was/were the violation(s) for (ie: accident, speeding more or less than 15 over the posted limit, improper turn, etc)?

Required Question

Employer City of Arkansas City

Address 118 W Central Ave

PO Box 778

Arkansas City, Kansas, 67005

Phone 620-441-4405

Website http://www.arkcity.org