About the role
Join our team as a Cook Specialist I and help prepare, cook, and serve quality meals that keep our community running. You’ll rotate through key kitchen areas, learning hands-on skills in everything from ingredient prep to shortorder cooking. This is the perfect entry role to grow your culinary career and advance to Cook Specialist II.
Why CAL FIRE?
• Strong work-life balance with a consistent schedule
• State benefits including retirement, health, dental, and vision
• Opportunities for career growth and upward mobility within state service
• A mission-driven culture where your work supports communities across California
• A team environment that values reliability, professionalism, and support
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