Cook

DelDOT; Georgetown, Northern (DE, KY); Ibrido; USD 35.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

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JobAps in Delaware seeks a Cook to prepare and cook meals for residents in a 24/7 facility, following standardized menus and dietetic guidelines. The role requires safe storage, proper handling, and temperature control of all foods, plus routine cleaning of kitchen equipment and utensils.

The position offers opportunities to operate a range of commercial kitchen equipment, meet state safety standards, and participate in training programs.

Competenze

• Six months experience in institutional or commercial cooking.
• Knowledge of proper safety, storage and sanitation standards for food items.

Mansioni

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals per standardized menus and dietetic guidelines.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment such as ovens, dishwashers, meat slicers, mixers.
• Ensure proper storage and temperature control of foods.
• Attend approved training programs.

Conoscenze

Cooking in institutional settings

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

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Introduction

Make a Difference with DHSS

Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick‑start your profession.

For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!

Summary Statement

The position prepares, preps, and cooks meals, snacks and other nourishments for residents in a 24/7 facility. Ensures proper handling, storage, and temperature control of all foods and nourishments. They are responsible for the cleaning of the kitchen and related equipment/utensils. Operates various commercial kitchen equipment such as dishwasher, ovens, meat slicers, stove, etc. They are required to take Safe Serve every 3 years to be in compliance with the applicable standards and regulations.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Applies food service principles, practices and methods governing food preparation activities such as food handling, proper storage and temperature control, cleaning of kitchen equipment and utensils to comply with safety and sanitary standards.
• Complies with applicable state and federal rules and regulations.
• Operates various commercial kitchen equipment such as dishwashers, ovens, toasters, meat slicers, choppers, deep fryers, food processors, steam pots, blenders, and mixers.
• Prepares and cooks a variety of food items by baking, frying, and broiling, gathering and measuring ingredients according to standardized menus/recipes and dietetic guidelines.
• May prepare requisitions for food items and other needed supplies.
• Attends Department approved training programs.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Cook

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• Six months experience in institutional or commercial cooking and baking.
• Knowledge of proper safety, storage and sanitation standards for food items.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our�Job Seeker Resources.

DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Pre-employment Drug Testing:� Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Criminal background check:��A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. �The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Upon a conditional offer, the applicant must undergo a pre-employment base line two step tuberculin skin test (TST) as part of the hiring process.

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable�terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.� This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.�

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting�delawarerelay.com.�

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail].

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.�