IVH-A COOK I (PART-TIME) (UMP)

State-of-Illinois; Anna (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Pension plan

Health insurance

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Cook I for the Anna Veterans’ Home in Anna, Illinois. This role handles food preparation and cooking for residents, following dietary standards and sanitation requirements to ensure safe, high-quality meals.

The position operates a 11:30 AM–7:30 PM schedule, three days a week, fully in-office. Requirements include a high school diploma and six months of cooking experience, plus a Food Service Sanitation Certificate or CFPM certification.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and six months of cooking experience providing large-scale food preparation knowledge.
• Requires possession of a valid Food Service Sanitation Certificate or a CFPM certification from a recognized program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals on a quantity scale for residents and staff.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment (steam kettles, ovens, toasters, mixers).
• Assist in inspecting the kitchen to ensure supplies and cleanliness.
• Serve resident meals according to menu, diet, and portion controls.
• Manage receiving, handling and storage of food items and supplies.
• Complete mandatory training and maintain required certifications.

Skills

Cooking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Food Service Sanitation Certificate

Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM)

Job description

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We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

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Sponsorship for Employment

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Job Requisition ID:58633
Opening Date: 09/16/2026
Closing Date: 10/01/2026
Agency: Department of Veterans' Affairs
Class Title:COOK I - 09601
Skill Option:UMP Certificate
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Up to $4,015 monthly based on hours worked ($23.59/hr) anticipated starting salary
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Part Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC009 Institutional Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM; 14-Day Set Schedule; Working 3 Days a Week; Every Other Weekend (Subject to Change Based on Agency Need)
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office
Headquarter Location: 792 N Main St, Anna, Illinois, 62906
Work County: Union
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview:

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to hire a Cook I for the Anna Veterans’ Home. This position performs food preparation and cooking duties within the Dietary Unit, including preparing meals on a large scale to meet the needs of residents on regular and therapeutic diets. The Cook I plays an important role in supporting the health, safety, and daily care of Illinois Veterans by ensuring meals are prepared in accordance with established dietary standards, sanitation requirements, and facility procedures. If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a dedicated team while serving Illinois Veterans in a meaningful environment, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position!

Essential Functions:

• Under general supervision, prepares and cooks on a quantity scale basis for individuals and staff of the Anna Veterans Home.
• Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixing machines, steam cookers, toasters, food choppers, bake ovens, steam kettles.
• Assists in the inspection of the kitchen to verify the kitchen is equipped with the necessary supplies and needed food.
• Serves resident meals in dining rooms according to menu, diet, and as selected by the resident and or guest while maintaining portion control, good plate presentation, as well as following all sanitation practices and regulations.
• Assists in the receiving, handling, and storage of food items checks kitchen and storage spaces to see that supplies and cleaning gear are ordered and on hand to meet requirements during work shift.
• Completes all Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) mandatory training requirements, safety programs and participates in education workshops to maintain profession and competency.
• Oversees supplies and equipment in absence of higher authority.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school and six (6) months of cooking experience which provides working knowledge of food preparation and cooking methods on a large-scale basis.
• Requires possession of a valid Food Service Sanitation Certificate issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health, or requires possession of a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification from a program accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Conference for Food Protection (CFP).

Qualifying state employees, in the employee Upward Mobility Program, may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this classification.

Conditions of Employment:

• Requires ability to pass a background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
• Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
• Requires ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Requires the ability to stand, stoop, twist and bend for the duration of the shift, aside from official breaks and lunch period.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires possession of a valid Food Service Sanitation Certificate issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health, or possession of a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification from a program accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Conference for Food Protection (CFP), and requires the employee to maintain the applicable certification in active, valid status throughout employment and provide the employer with updated documentation following each renewal.
• Overtime is a condition or employment, and you may be required to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency designed to empower veterans and their families to thrive. We do this by assisting them in navigating the system of federal, state, and local resources and benefits, providing long-term health care for eligible veterans in our Veterans’ Homes and partnering with other agencies and non-profits to help veterans address education, mental health, housing, employment, and other challenges. A career with the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs provides a rewarding and challenging opportunity for individuals. Working together, we create partnerships and experiences that engage and inspire our fellow co-workers and the veterans and their family members that we serve every day.

Benefits Package

The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs offers a robust benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedules in many program areas (where applicable)
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles . To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

This positionDOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).