IVH-L COOK II (UMP)

Governor of Illinois; LaSalle (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to join their team. This role involves preparing and cooking large-scale meals while ensuring sanitary conditions in dining areas. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and a valid food service sanitation certificate, along with experience in food preparation. The position offers a chance to contribute to the well-being of veterans and their families, making a meaningful impact in their lives. If you have a passion for food service and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school and two years of cooking experience.
• Valid Food Service Sanitation Certificate or CFPM certification required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and participates in cooking and food preparation.
• Maintains cleanliness in dining and work areas.
• Advises supervisor on kitchen issues and quality of food.

Skills

Cooking Experience

Food Preparation

Sanitation Knowledge

Supervisory Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Food Service Sanitation Certificate

Job description

Agency:Department of Veterans' Affairs

Posting ID:REQ 46757

Posting Date: 05/02/2025
Closing Date:05/16/2025
Salary:$3,980.00 - $5,281.00/Monthly; CBA language applies; Anticipated starting salary $3,980/Monthly
Job Type:Salaried
County:LaSalle
Number of Vacancies:1
Plan/BU:RC009

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. Transfers must be submitted in order to be considered for transfer with contractual rights. All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUSTapply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program should follow the Upward Mobility Policy Guidelines when applying for this title.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Essential Functions

• Instructs and participates in cooking and preparing foods.
• Instructs and assists in the cleaning of dining areas, work areas, storerooms, refrigerators, freezers, food carts, etc., to maintain sanitary and healthful conditions.
• Maintains and guides in the maintenance of equipment, in-servicing, dietary employees in use and care.
• Ensures the working areas are equipped with necessary supplies.
• In the absence of Dietary Manager, is responsible for dietary operations, maintains coverage for unscheduled absences on shift assigned.
• Advises supervisor of any problems in the kitchen areas of the facility, i.e. quality of food prepared, faulty equipment, unsafe conditions, employee issues, and members complaints.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school and two (2) years of cooking experience, which provides extensive knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in preparing food on a large-scale basis.
• 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 Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated education and experience requirements for this class.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of food values.
• Working knowledge of health and safety requirement of food service.
• One (1) year experience estimating the quantity of food items and kitchen supplies needed.
• One (1) year experience in instructing employees in proper methods and procedure of food service procedures.

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 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.
• 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.

Work Hours:5:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
Work Location:1015 Oconor Ave, La Salle, Illinois, 61301
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

Job Family:Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

This position does not contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Veteran's 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 veteraans and their family members that we serve every day.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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