Limited Term Employment - Cook (Reannouncement)

State of Wisconsin; Union Grove (TX); On-site; USD 26,243 - 28,309; Part time

Job summary

A state government agency is seeking a Limited Term Employment Cook at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in Union Grove, Texas. The role involves preparing high-quality meals for veterans while adhering to food safety standards. Ideal candidates should have experience in food preparation, cooking techniques, and supervising food service assistants. This part-time position offers a starting wage of $19.05 or $20.55 per hour, depending on qualifications. Benefits are not included in this LTE role.

Qualifications

• Food preparation and general cooking experience required.
• Ability to manage cooking tasks independently and follow specific recipes.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity cooking with a focus on food quality.
• Supervise food service assistants and train in proper cooking techniques.
• Prepare various meal types for both general and clinical diets.

Skills

Following food safety and sanitation standards

Following and using recipes, units, and measurements

Communicating as a member of a team

With quantity cooking

With independent time management/workload planning

Using standard recipes and adjusting recipes

Interpreting and preparing therapeutic diets

Education

Completion of a food safety training course (e.g., ServSafe Certification)

Job description

Limited Term Employment - Cook

Employers: State of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs – Wisconsin Veterans Home at Union Grove

Contact: Jennifer Olbinski, Human Resources Assistant – Advanced, [e-mail], 262‑838‑6730

Application Deadline: 11:59 p.m. on December 17, 2025

Position Summary

The Wisconsin Veterans Home at Union Grove (WVHUG) is recruiting a Limited Term Employment Cook to support our long‑term care facility, which provides comfort, support, and professional healthcare services to elderly or disabled veterans and their spouses.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity cooking, preparing high‑quality food items that preserve nutrient content and meet appetizing flavor, appearance, texture, and consistency.
• Prepare entrees, sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts, and other foods for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for both general and modified clinical diets.
• Guide and supervise food service assistants in food service duties.
• Train in nutrition, cooking techniques, food quality, safety, and sanitation as required.

Physical Requirements

Work is medium to heavy in nature: push carts up to 500 pounds; lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds; stand and/or walk up to 100 % of an eight‑hour shift; twist, stoop, bend, reach, climb stairs, and operate in tight spaces between hot and moving equipment; perform tasks requiring manual dexterity; and distinguish colors, taste, and smell.

Salary Information

Starting wage for Cook 1 is $19.05 per hour; Cook 2 is $20.55 per hour.

No employee benefits are provided for this position.

Four hour schedule: Part‑Time 24 hours per week. LTE jobs are limited to 1039 hours in a 12‑month period, are based on operational need, and can end at any time.

Background & Health Requirements

WDVA will conduct a criminal background check prior to an offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon passing a pre‑employment tuberculosis (TB) skin test.

Qualifications

Per Wisconsin Statute 230.26, Wisconsin residency is required for LTE appointments.

The required qualification is food preparation and general cooking.

• Following food safety and sanitation standards*
• Following and using recipes, units, and measurements*
• Communicating as a member of a team*
• With quantity cooking*
• With independent time management/workload planning*
• Using standard recipes and adjusting recipes*
• Interpreting and preparing therapeutic diets*
• Completion of a food safety training course (e.g., ServSafe Certification)*

Items marked with an asterisk (*) are the minimum requirements.

How to Apply

• Apply online through WiscJobs.
• Attach a resume detailing your education, training, and experience related to the required and preferred qualifications.
• Save your documents on WiscJobs before attaching.
• Submit the application before the deadline.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (e.g., citizen, lawful permanent resident, or other authorized worker). Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.