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Do you have a passion for cooking and a desire to build a career in the food service industry? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking a driven and enthusiastic Cook to join our dietetic services team. In this key role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking specialized meals utilizing our dynamic food service delivery cook-and-serve country kitchen system for daily service and special events at the Southwestern Veteran Center. If you enjoy working with food and want to showcase your culinary talents while serving those who have bravely served our country, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

In this position, you will perform specialized cooking tasks by preparing assigned food in accordance with standardized recipes. Duties include maintaining recipe files and operating kitchen equipment, as well as cleaning cooking utensils and equipment. You will prepare cooked meats, vegetables, casseroles, soups, and salads for both regular and therapeutic diets. Additionally, you will need to check food items to ensure the quality and taste of finished products. You will also serve as a lead worker by assigning, coordinating, and participating in routine food production tasks performed by food service workers. Attending both in-house and departmental training sessions to maximize your food preparation and sanitation skills will be essential in this role.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, Sunday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch. You will work rotating weekends and holidays.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Desirable Preparation for Work:

• Experience in cooking or quantity food preparation; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

In accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.