IVH-M COOK I (FULL-TIME) (UMP)

State of Illinois•Manteno, IL

33d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, prepares and cooks on a quantity scale basis for individuals and staff of the Manteno Veterans Home. Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixing machines, steam cookers, toasters, food choppers, bake ovens, steam kettles. Assists in the inspection of the kitchen to verify the kitchen is equipped with the necessary supplies and needed food. Serves resident meals in dining rooms according to menu, diet, and as selected by the resident and or guest while maintaining portion control, good plate presentation, as well as following all sanitation practices and regulations. Assists in the receiving, handling, and storage of food items checks kitchen and storage spaces to see that supplies and cleaning gear are ordered and on hand to meet requirements during work shift. Completes all Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) mandatory training requirements, safety programs and participates in education workshops to maintain profession and competency. Oversees supplies and equipment in absence of higher authority. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school and six (6) months of cooking experience which provides working knowledge of food preparation and cooking methods on a large-scale basis.
Requires 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).
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)). Heavywork involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50pounds.
Overtime is a condition or employment, and you may be required to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.

Responsibilities

Prepares and cooks on a quantity scale basis for individuals and staff
Operates standard cooking equipment
Assists in the inspection of the kitchen
Serves resident meals in dining rooms according to menu, diet, and as selected by the resident and or guest
Assists in the receiving, handling, and storage of food items
Completes all Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) mandatory training requirements, safety programs and participates in education workshops to maintain profession and competency
Oversees supplies and equipment in absence of higher authority
Performs other duties as required or assigned