Introduction
The
State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (
DMHAS) is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.
The
Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS), with three locations throughout Fairfield County, promotes and administers comprehensive recovery-oriented services in the areas of mental health treatment and substance abuse prevention and treatment. These services include inpatient treatment programs and outpatient clinical services, as well as a wide range of additional supportive treatment services.
Are you looking for a position that bolsters your skillsets in service to others? If so, we encourage you to apply today! SWCMHS is currently seeking 2 qualified individuals for the position of a full-time Assistant Cook (PCN: 126253 & 130988). These positions are full-time 1st shift, thirty-seven and one half (37.50) hours per week; 9:30am - 5:30pm with rotating weekends. We are located at
Greater Bridgeport Community Mental Health Center (GBMHC), 1635 Central Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06610.
Discover the Opportunity to:
- Work with highly skilled and experienced Cooks;
- Utilize your skills and experience in the preparation of food to the clients we serve;
- Positively influence our client population through your interactions.
We participate in a
competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement plan, as well as, paid time off! We offer outstanding
work/life balance and limitless opportunity!
*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.
Selection Plan
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however applications
to this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in this job class.
All State employees shall follow the guidelines as listed in Executive Orders
13F (3a) and
13G (3a).
This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
Applicant Correspondence - Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
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.
Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.
The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Effective October 1, 2021 and in order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
Should you have questions regarding this recruitment please contact Andrew Pebley at
Andrew.Pebley@ct.gov or (860) 785-6185.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
This class is accountable for performing a full range of basic tasks in the preparation and cooking of food.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
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.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Our preferred candidate will have:
- Experience receiving and storing food in an inpatient or outpatient institution;
- A Safe Serve Certification;
- Experience and/or training preparing, packing and serving food for an inpatient or outpatient population;
- Experience in preparing soups, salads, meats, vegetables, desserts and beverages;
- Experience serving approximately 65 - 100 meals per mealtime in an inpatient or outpatient institution.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
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Incumbents must be free from communicable diseases.
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A physical examination may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
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.
Conclusion
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.
