Cook

State of Massachusetts • Holyoke, MA • 2d ago

The Veterans Home at Holyoke is seeking a talented and skilled individual to join our Dietary Department as a Cook. The ideal candidate is passionate about building meaningful relationships and can provide outstanding service to our veteran and staff populations. /Schedule:/ This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, working 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It includes an alternating weekend and holiday schedule. /Duties and Responsibilities (please note that this list is not all-inclusive):/ Follows standardized recipes and special diet orders, preparing sufficient quantities to meet all service requirements. Checks trays for accuracy of diets, preferences, and quality before they are delivered. Serves on tray line and delivers carts to floors as needed. Assists in receiving and storing food and supplies to prevent waste and assure quality products. Dates, labels, and stores items properly. Uses proper food handling techniques. Supervises the kitchen staff when needed Assists in cleaning as required Other duties as assigned by supervisor /Required Qualifications:/ Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in the handling, preparation and cooking of food Knowledge of correct sanitary procedures for kitchen equipment Ability to read recipes and measure accordingly Knowledge of ServSafe standards Ability to follow oral and written instructions Ability to deal tactfully with others, to include ability to supervise and assign work to staff /Preferred Qualifications:/ Ability to supervise staff when necessary Knowledge to utilize leftovers to reduce food waste Knowledge of weights and measures Ability to use slicer, meat grinder, blender, kettles, oven, grill, broaster, etc. /Agency Mission:/ The Veterans Home at Holyoke is a state-funded, fully accredited health care facility that offers veterans quality health care, including full-time residential accommodations, and provides educational and social services for Veterans in the Commonwealth. The Veterans Home is staffed by approximately 350 administrators, clinicians, nurses, certified nursing assistants, skilled trade, dietary staff, housekeeping staff, contractors, consultants, and general administrative personnel. The tradition of service to the veterans of Massachusetts is surpassed only by a continued commitment to excellence in care for those who are in need now and in the future. Our mission is to provide "Care with Dignity, Honor, and Respect" to our Veterans. Learn more about our important work:http://www.mass.gov/hly\ /Pre-Offer Process: / A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Veterans Services prior to the candidate being hired. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in the preparation and cooking of food in a hotel, restaurant, cafeteria, catering firm, government or private institution, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below. Substitutions: I. A diploma or certificate from a recognized trade, technical or vocational school, at high school level or higher, with a major in culinary arts, food services or food trades may be substituted for the required experience. Special Requirements: None Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! COVID Vaccine: As a condition of employment, depending on job assignment and location, employees may be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination and/or other vaccinations, or to have been approved for a vaccination exemption prior to their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Food ServicesOrganization: Holyoke Veterans Home Title: Cook Location: Massachusetts-Holyoke-110 Cherry Street Requisition ID: 26000042

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