Cook LNMTC

Health & Human Services; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Health & Human Services, at Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center in Wilson, NC, is seeking a Cook (S) to prepare meals in a large-scale facility. You will follow dietary staff menus and serve meals on schedule, ensuring quality, portion control, and food safety.

The role requires basic knowledge of cooking methods for large batches, use of kettles, ovens, mixers and slicers, and the ability to maintain high sanitation standards in line with NC Food Code.

Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale food preparation.
• Knowledge of sanitation as per NC Food Code.
• Ability to compute simple math and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all or a major portion of meals per menus and quantities.
• Determine cooking times to meet serving times.
• Maintain sanitation and minimize food waste.
• Operate kitchen equipment according to safety standards.

Skills

Large-scale cooking knowledge

Kitchen equipment handling

Supervising kitchen staff

Sanitation and safety

Follow menus and recipes

Education

One year of institutional food prep experience

Tools

Kettles & convection ovens

Mixer, food processors, slicers, deep fryers

Job description

Agency Division Job Classification

Cook (S) Position Number Grade NC01

About Us

North 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 Work

This is skilled work in preparing and cooking a major portion or all of a meal in a facility. Employees are usually responsible for either general meat or vegetable preparation although these two functions may be combined. Work is performed in accordance with menus prepared and quantities provided by the dietary staff for each meal and requires skill in determining cooking times for various food items in order to complete all portions of the meal at the prescribed serving time. Work is reviewed by a supervisor to ensure that food is prepared safely according to schedule and that food waste is minimal. Basic knowledge of methods of preparation and cooking of food in quantity lots. Basic knowledge of the amounts of raw food needed to supply the number of persons to be served. Basic knowledge of the standard tools, methods, and practices utilized to maintain food safety. Basic knowledge and ability to maintain high standards of sanitation as outlined in the NC Food Code. Considerable knowledge of the uses and adaptabilities of the various pieces of equipment including kettles, convection ovens, convection steamers, braising pans, mixer, food processors, slicers and deep fryers. Ability to properly alter food consistency such as chopped, ground and pureed. Ability to perform simple mathematical computations. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to interpret and follow standard recipes and prescribed.

Basic Knowledge and Skills

• Basic knowledge of methods of preparation and cooking of food in a large-scale operation.
• Working knowledge of the use and adaptability of various pieces of kitchen equipment.
• Skills to instruct cooks in proper cooking methods and to direct and supervise kitchen personnel in serving meals and cleaning activities.
• Knowledge to evaluate levels of sanitation and food safety and implement corrections when warranted.
• Skills to follow prescribed menus and recipes as well as specific oral and written instructions.

Salary Range

Recruitment Range: $31,200 - $48,810

Location

Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center (LNMTC), located in Wilson, NC, is a state-operated certified Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). With a staff of about 520, LNMTC provides support to approximately 200 residents with complex medical needs and/or co-existing neuro-cognitive disorders.

Mandatory Position

THIS POSITION IS DESIGNATED MANDATORY AND MUST REPORT OR STAY OVER DURING ADVERSE WEATHEREVENTS OR OTHER EMERGENCIES.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Basic knowledge of preparation, cooking and baking procedures.
• Basic knowledge of appropriate methods of cleaning and sanitizing equipment and small wares.
• Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to maintain professional, cooperative working relationships with employees and/or patients.
• Ability to maintain high sanitation standards as outlined in the NC Food Code.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to complete department records as required.

Compliance and Background Checks

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.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

• Applicants 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.

Education and Experience

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The 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.

Closing Policy

All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.