Cook

Cleveland, OH, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $27.11 - $31.60

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to federal health, dental, and vision insurance programs

Eligibility for paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Retirement benefits through federal employee retirement systems

Opportunities for career development and training

Work-life balance with scheduled days off

Supportive and inclusive federal work environment

Job Description

The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System, part of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), is committed to providing exceptional health care services to veterans across Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan through a Whole Health System of care. This approach emphasizes personalized health plans fostering healing relationships, supportive environments, and strong community linkages. The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System operates out of multiple medical centers and facilities, including hospitals and outpatient clinics, to serve its diverse veteran population with dedication and professionalism. As a federal government entity, the VA offers a stable and rewarding career path with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth... Show More

Job Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen
Selective Service Registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
May be required to serve a probationary period
Subject to background/security investigation
Pre-employment physical required
Must complete an online onboarding process if selected
Participation in seasonal influenza vaccination program required for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel

Job Qualifications

Applicants must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality demonstrating their ability to perform the work
Must possess knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform duties as supported by detailed resume descriptions
Experience evaluated includes paid, unpaid, and volunteer work
Dexterity and safety
Ability to interpret instructions and specifications
Knowledge of materials and technical practices
Ability to work without more than normal supervision
Work practices relevant to cooking and food preparation

Job Duties

Independently prepares and cooks a variety of items including regular and therapeutic diet (diabetic, low sodium, low protein, gluten free, etc.) entrees and dessert items
Follows menus, production sheets, and recipes to prepare items in the quantity needed
Grills eggs, meat patties, pancakes, French toast
broils meats
makes cold sandwich fillings and assembles a variety of sandwiches
Uses a variety of methods to prepare meats, fish, and poultry including broiling, roasting, baking, frying, boiling, steaming, stewing, braising, and grilling
Slices meat items by hand, confirming to specific size requirements or weight specifications
Prepares fresh, canned, and frozen vegetables
bakes frozen potatoes, pre-made cookie dough, and muffin batters
Prepares and heats convenience items, and prepares pureed foods and adjusts consistency with thickeners
Washes, peels, and cuts fruits and vegetables
assembles and mixes salad ingredients and dessert items, including gelatin molds and fruit crisps
Plans cooking processes to produce meals on time and at the proper temperature which may require coordination of cooking several items with different cooking times
Makes a variety of desserts such as cobblers, brownies, cookies, and pastries
Weighs, measures, and assembles ingredients for regular and modified diets
Operates a variety of kitchen equipment and follows appropriate safety procedures
Follows sanitary food handling procedures
Disassembles and reassembles equipment for cleaning
Cleans and sanitizes work areas, and performs deep cleaning tasks when needed
Operates industrial dish machine
Performs other related duties

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