Part-Time
Recruitment #210218-2220TC-001
Location |
Rocky Hill, CT
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Date Opened | 2/19/2021 12:00:00 AM |
Salary | $19.07* - $23.83/hour (*See 'Introduction' below for starting salary information) |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 2/28/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Are you interested in using the culinary arts to serve the Veteran population of your community? If so, we have the position for you!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) is seeking to hire two (2) qualified Assistant Cooks (PCNs: 2867 & 115477). These are part-time positions working 18 hours per week. The work schedule is 2nd shift, 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., 3 days per week with weekend availability necessary.
DVA has a long history of "Serving Those Who Served" since 1864. Our highly trained staff provides compassionate care to meet the unique needs of Veteran patients, built on the foundation of integrity, honor, and respect. We pride ourselves on fostering these qualities as we honor Veteran patients for their service and encourage the innate bond between them. The DVA continues the tradition of supporting Connecticut Veterans with Residential and Healthcare programming on our campus in Rocky Hill.
There are two paths for residency at the DVA:
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participate in a competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare
coverage, a retirement plan as well as paid time off! We encourage
a healthy work-life balance to all employees.
*The entry level compensation rate
for this position shall be ten percent (10%) below the minimum compensation
listed on this bulletin for an employee in his/her initial working test period.
Upon completion of the initial working test period, the employee shall advance
to the minimum (Step 1) of the salary schedule and be paid accordingly.
This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications - as listed on the job opening - will be considered for this role, as determined by qualifications stated on the submitted application.
This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.
The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable
to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.
Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.
Applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies.
Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system. Individuals considered for interview will be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, attendance, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. You do not have to attach these documents to your application.
Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Doreen
Clemson at doreen.clemson@ct.gov or (860) 785-9855.
This class is accountable for performing a full range of basic tasks in the preparation and cooking of food.
Performs a variety of basic tasks in preparing soups, salads, meats, vegetables, desserts, beverages, nourishments, etc.; cleans, washes, polishes pots, pans, dishes, silverware, kitchen equipment, floors, walls, etc.; operates kitchen machines and equipment; may participate in serving food and packing food for delivery; may receive training in the preparation of food on a large scale; may prepare food in the absence of the cook; assists with the receiving and storage of food; may assist in the preparation of production records; performs related duties as required.
Some knowledge of simple food preparation; some knowledge of liquid and dry weights and measures; some interpersonal skills; some oral and written communication skills; ability to follow instructions and learn routines; some mathematical ability.
Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.
Preference will be given to candidates who possess experience
working in an industrial
kitchen setting such as a hospital, nursing home or assisted living
facility.
Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights; may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment and utensils used in the kitchen and from patients/clients.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.