Agency :
Department of Veterans' Affairs

Posting ID:
REQ 37537

Posting Date: 05/16/2024

Closing Date: 05/31/2024

Salary:
$3,476 - $4,631/Monthly; CBA language applies; Anticipated starting salary $3,476/Monthly

County:
Kankakee

Number of Vacancies: 4

Plan/BU:
RC009

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website.

State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is searching to hire a Cook I for the Manteno Veterans' Affairs Home.

The Dietary unit is responsible for the section of the meal preparation assigned, cooks and prepares food on a large scale to meet menu requirements for regular and therapeutic diets.

This unique opportunity offers an exceptional benefit package to include health insurance, including eye care and dental, deferred compensation, life insurance, and retirement.

If you desire to become a valued member of a hard-working and respected team and up for a challenge or a change in your career, please take this opportunity to apply for this rewarding and gratifyingposition.

Essential Functions

40% Prepares and cooks on a quantity scale basis for individuals and staff of the Manteno Veterans Home.

15% Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixing machines, steam cookers, toasters, food choppers, bake ovens, steam kettles.

10% Assists in the inspection of the kitchen to verify the kitchen is equipped with the necessary supplies and needed food.

10% 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.

10% 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.

5% Completes all Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) mandatory training requirements, safety programs and participates in education workshops to maintain profession and competency.

5% Oversees supplies and equipment in absence of higher authority.

5% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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).

Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated education and experience requirements for this class.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health related policies and guidance.
• Requires the ability to pass a background check.
• Requires the ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
• Requires ability acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Requires the ability to work with various types of cleaning equipment and a variety of cleaning and sanitizing chemicals and solutions.
• Requires the ability to stand, stoop, twist, and bend for the duration of the shift, aside from official breaks and lunch period
• Requires the ability to handle extreme temperature changes such as a walk-in freezer or stove.
• 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 d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: 2 positions 5:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., 2 positions 12:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Work Location: 1 Veterans Dr, Manteno, Illinois, 60950

Manteno Veterans' Home

Dietary

Agency Contact:
Shannon Leake

Posting Group:
Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program.

General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions.

There are three categories of UMP titles: 1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam; 2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and 3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.

This position does not contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).

About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency designed to empower veterans and their families to thrive.

We do this by assisting them in navigating the system of federal, state, and local resources and benefits, providing long-term health care for eligible veterans in our Veterans' Homes and partnering with other agencies and non-profits to help veterans address education, mental health, housing, employment, and other challenges.

A career with the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs provides a rewarding and challenging opportunity for individuals.

Working together, we create partnerships and experiences that engage and inspire our fellow co-workers and the veterans and their family members that we serve every day.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the "Apply" button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees - a link is available at the top left of the homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon.

If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees:
Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees:
on - click "Application Procedures" in the footer of every page of the website.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s).

You may receive emails from the following addresses:
* -* -Nearest Major Market: Kankakee

Nearest Secondary Market:
Bradley

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