Part-Time Cook

Title: Part-Time Cook

State Role Title:Food Service Technician II

Hiring Range: $19.00-$21.00

Pay Band: 2

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location:J&C VCC

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated cook to join our team and support the nutritional needs of residents in our Veterans Care Center. This role plays an essential part in preparing highquality meals that meet dietary guidelines promote resident satisfaction and uphold all safety and sanitation standards.

Schedule: Rotating 6:00am-2:30pm and 11:30am-8:00pm
2 days a week and every other weekend. (including holidays)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus recipes and dietary requirements including special and modified diets.
Ensure all food is prepared safely attractively and in compliance with state and federal regulations and facility policies.
Maintain proper food temperatures during preparation and service.
Assist in menu preparation by providing input on food items and resident preferences.
Set up meal trays serving lines and equipment needed for each meal service.
Monitor and rotate food inventory ensuring proper storage and minimizing waste.
Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment work areas and food storage spaces.
Follow all infection control and food safety standards.
Work collaboratively with Dietary Aides and other team members to ensure efficient meal service.
Communicate resident food preferences concerns or changes in dietary needs to the Dietary Manager or supervisor.
Support a positive dining experience by ensuring meals are appetizing timely and consistent.

Why Join Us
Competitive pay benefits and shift differential.
Supportive team environment.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring smooth staffing operations.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be Serv Safe certified within one year of employment. Hampton Roads Fats Oil and Grease Training aka HR F.O.G. Certification Required
Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines (SERV Safe standards)
Knowledge of food safety sanitation practices and special diet requirements.
Ability to follow standardized recipes menus and portion control guidelines
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
Ability to stand walk and lift items in a fastpaced environment.
Prior experience in food service or healthcare dietary settings preferred but not required.

Additional Considerations

Previous long-term care geriatric or hospital experience preferred but not required.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S. a Lawful Permanent Resident or an alien authorized to work.
Excluding current DVS employees the selected candidate MUST pass a criminal background check.
For consideration for this position candidates MUST apply online at . Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge skills and abilities. Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute submittal of the online application. Applications submitted via postal mail email or fax will not be considered. Please contact Human Resources if you need assistance.
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.

If you need to obtain a Certificate of Disability use this link: or call DARS at .

Contact Information

Name: Latarsha Jordan

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.