Washington State Department of Labor & Industries

Washington Veterans Home. Our team is excited to announce an open position for a full-time Cook 1 at the Washington Veterans Home in scenic Port Orchard, Washington!. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to honorably discharged Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star Families.. You will also distribute food in a safe and sanitary manner to ensure the nutritional needs of the residents at the Washington Veterans Home are met.. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

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Description Cook 1 Full-Time - Permanent Washington Veterans Home Our team is excited to announce an open position for a full-time Cook 1at the Washington Veterans Home in scenic Port Orchard, Washington! Apply early, as there is only one (1) vacancy currently available! Please Note: The expected hours for this position are 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Incumbent may be required to work involuntary overtime. <ul><li>This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules. </li></ul>Position(s) at this location will also receive 5% Premium Pay for facilities open twenty four hours per day. Employees must physically work at the facility 3 days per workweek to qualify. The 5% Premium Pay is in effect until June 29th, 2025. At the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) , we are passionate about our mission of “Serving Those Who Served.” As a national leader in our advocacy for more than 500,000 Veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness. In addition, we provide critical community services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to honorably discharged Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star Families. As a Cook 1, you will maintain responsibility for assistance with the preparation of meals served to residents and prepare all of modified textured foods for residents as required. You will also distribute food in a safe and sanitary manner to ensure the nutritional needs of the residents at the Washington Veterans Home are met. Cultivate your culinary career and use your culinary and leadership skills to serve America's heroes - apply today! Duties Some Of What You'll Be Doing <ul><li>Assisting with the preparation of lunch and dinner meals five days per week.</li><li>Preparing food for approximately 350 residents, staff, and visitors.</li><li>Assisting with preparation activities to ensure the preparation of sufficient quantities of regular and modified diet food.</li><li>Working closely with the Cook 2 to assure that food items for serveries are provided in adequate amounts without waste.</li><li>Assuring all special items required by residents are prepared.</li><li>Monitoring all food items prepared for acceptable quality.</li><li>Cleaning and sanitizing all areas of the food service department.</li><li>Regularly checking refrigeration units for outdated products and assuring storage regulations are followed. </li></ul>Qualifications Required: <ul><li>High school diploma or GED equivalent.</li><li>Current, valid Washington State Food Handler's Permit (from https://www.foodworkercard.wa.gov ).</li><li>Current, valid Washington State driver license.</li><li>Ability to lift/push/pull frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 70 lbs.</li><li>Ability to demonstrate, both orally and in writing, thorough detailed knowledge of food sanitation and safety practices.</li><li>One (1) year of experience in large-scale food preparation or cooking.*** </li></ul>***Please Note: Completion of coursework and/or military training in large-scale food service preparation may be substituted month for month. If you quality by completion of a course in large-scale cooking, please attach a transcript showing your completed coursework when applying. Preferred/Desired <ul><li>Degree or certificate in culinary arts.</li><li>Serve Safe Certification.</li><li>One (1) year of experience with geriatric population and/or healthcare institutional setting.</li><li>Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a time-sensitive environment.</li><li>Knowledge of therapeutic diet planning, preparation and serving of special diets, and sanitary methods of food handling. </li></ul>Supplemental Information Check out this awesome video here to see what it is like to work for the WDVA! Application Process Top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below. Please Include The Following Documents With Your Application <ul><li> A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.</li><li> A current resume detailing applicable experience and education. </li></ul>Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers. Other Information <ul><li>Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.</li><li>Must comply with health screening requirements by undergoing a tuberculosis skin test.</li><li>Must maintain current CPR/First Aid Certification.</li><li>Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.</li><li>This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.</li><li>Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future. </li></ul>Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information, please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer Here at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status. We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 725-2183. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service. You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization. If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency, please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov .

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