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Start your journey towards success! We are currently accepting applications for a Cook at NC National Guard of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety Tarheel Challenge Academy.
This posting is for multiple vacancies: 654912.This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits including paid vacation paid sick leave paid holidays retirement and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator.
This Cook position will assist with maintaining high standards of control for quality food production and service for approximately 150 Cadets as well as preparing meals that align with Federal Child Nutrition Program guidelines.Job duties of this position include but are not limited to:- Providing nutritionally adequate meals meeting Federal Child Nutrition Program meal patterns
- Following operational procedures for efficient and effective food production and service
- Assisting with food and supplies requisition as needed
- Checking the cost and quality of items received
- Issuing proper storage for items
- Following Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy procedures for inventorying food supplies and equipment
- Maintaining an environment conducive to protecting the health and well-being of the facilitys Cadets through high levels of food safety and sanitation standards
- Following federal and state safety and sanitation procedures
- Assisting supervisor with maintaining integrity and accountability of the facility Child Nutrition Program through compliance with all federal and state regulations and Department Child Nutrition policies
- Assisting with maintaining required records (production records)
- Reporting inventories in compliance with federal and state regulations
- Using and caring for all equipment properly
- Communicating positively with facility staff Cadets and food service staff
- Assuming responsibilities as designated by the Food Service Supervisor I
This position requires the ability to:- Inspect incoming fresh vegetables fruit and meats to determine that they meet purchase order specifications
- Maintain a high standard of personal cleanliness as well as food sanitation
- Interpret and follow standardized recipes while adhering to planned menus
- Adhere to oral and written instructions
- Plan food for a large number of persons
- Requisition needed food and supply items
Note to Current State Employees:The salary grade for this position is NC01. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as or lower than their current position. If selected for this position a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience funding availability and internal equity. Based upon these factors a pay increase MAY result.
About the NC Dept. of Public Safety (DPS):The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention protection and preparation. DPS is comprised of approximately 6000 permanent positions and nearly 13000 NC National Guard soldiers and airmen. DPS employees help to ensure North Carolina is a safe place to live work and visit through effective law enforcement juvenile justice programs emergency response and recovery and homeland security preparedness.
About the Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy:
The Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy (TCA) is a quasi-military style resident program for at risk youth in the ages of 16-18. Sponsored by the North Carolina National Guard the TCA mission is to redirect the efforts of young adults who have had trouble succeeding in the normal high school environment. The intent is to give them the skills and attitude to become productive citizens in their communities. The Academies are located in two different locations: Salemburg and New London North Carolina. It is a 17-month program divided into two distinct phases: a five-month in-residence phase at the academies and a twelve-month post-residential phase immediately following graduation for the in-residence phase. TCA seeks to improve the life and future employment potential of its cadets by concentrating on eight core components which are: Life Coping Skills Academic Excellence Responsible Citizenship Job Skills Service to Community Health and Hygiene Physical Fitness and Leadership/Followership.Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to theState Human Resources Actwith the most qualified individuals.
The Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below along with the Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (includingaccurate dates of employment/attendance)must be documented on the application.Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application.A complete all-inclusive application maximizes an applicants potential to qualify for the position as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.State Government Application Resources NC Office of Human Resources
Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.
To qualify for this position applicants must demonstrate ALL of the following KSAs:
- Experience with dispensing and serving food in small and large quantities.
- Experience using various pieces of equipment including food processors and ovens.
- Experience with safe food handling.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See details.
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.PLEASE NOTE:The selected will be required to complete the following:- Training provided by TCA: Staff Acclimation Course Foundations Course Gang Awareness / Conflict Resolution. Non-Violent Cis Intervention Training and Hands-Off Training
- First Aid / CPR certification (re-certification required every 2 years)
- Attend Food Safety training classes as required.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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- Degrees and transcripts must be received from appropriately accredited college or university.
- Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
- International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: Experience
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
- A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
- A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the National Standards to Prevent Detect and Respond to Prison Rape. PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click Application Status. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration you will receive an email notification.
For technical issues with your application please call the Applicant Support Help Line at . If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact Mr. Devin L. West at
Employment Type
Full-Time
