Cook - Central Regional Hospital

State of North Carolina - Health & Human Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

State of North Carolina - Health & Human Services is seeking a full-time Cook (S) at Central Regional Hospital in Butner, NC. The role involves preparing breakfast, noon, and evening meals, and maintaining a clean, sanitary production area to ensure quality nutrition for patients.

Candidates should have education or experience in food preparation and demonstrate knowledge of safe handling, sanitation standards, and the operation of equipment such as kettles, convection ovens, steamers, braising

Qualifications

• Education and/or experience in food preparation equivalent to one year of experience.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast, noon meal, and evening meal items as assigned.
• Clean and sanitize the production area and equipment.
• Follow safety and sanitation standards in food preparation.
• Operate kitchen equipment including kettles, ovens, steamers, braising pans, mixers, and slicers.
• Assist with meeting hospital dietary needs and maintain nutritional quality.

Skills

Speak, read, understand and follow

English instruction following

Food handling knowledge

Safety and sanitation standards

Physical stamina

Education

Education and/or experience in food preparation

Tools

Kettles

Convection ovens

Convection steamers

Braising pans

Mixer

Food processors

Slicers

Deep fryers

Job description

AgencyDivisionJob Classification TitleCook (S)Position NumberGradeNC01About UsNorth Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website .Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!Description of WorkThis position is primarily responsible for preparing assigned products to include breakfast items, noon meal items, and evening meal items, and for cleaning and sanitizing the production area. Items created in this area can significantly affect the nutritional quality and acceptance level of patient diets.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesSalary Range: $31,200.00 - $48,810.00Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:Ability to speak, read, understand and follow oral and written instructions in English.Knowledge of acceptable food handling, food service, safety, and sanitation standards and practices.Physical requirements will be discussed during the interview process; but include ability to perform moderate physical labor; ability to work in a repetitive motion, walking long distances, occasional lifting of objects 10 to 35 pounds, standing 1 1/2 hours in the same place, bending and stooping.Knowledge of the uses and adaptability of the various pieces of equipment including kettles, convection ovens, convection steamers, braising pans, mixer, food processors, slicers and deep fryersThis is full-time position and eligible for the full State benefits package including health insurance and retirement.We will be recruiting for one position with this post. Your application will be considered for all noted open positions.Work Schedule1st Shift: 4:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. including alternating weekends and holidays asscheduled however, flexibility is required to meet hospital needs.This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events. This will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.About Central Regional Hospital:CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve.Supplemental Contact Information:DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.Compensation and Benefits : The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit NC DHHS Benefits and Wellness website for State Benefits.Application ProcessBe sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the \"Work Experience\" section of the application, to support your answers.If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are \"Under Review\" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members .Veteran’s and National Guard PreferenceApplicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.ADA AccommodationsConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at [phone].Minimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Education and/or experience in food preparation that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade equivalent to one year of experience in a commercial and/or institutional setting.EEO StatementThe State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Theodora Bumpass RamseyRecruiter Email:[e-mail]