This position independently prepare nutritious, high quality meals for service to the Veterans. The position has a sequence of steps that require attention to work operations, sanitation and safety; work assignments require advanced culinary knowledge and judgment. The work of this position is involved in the preparation of regular or special diet foods and meals. This includes cooking meats, poultry, fish, shellfish, and vegetables and making soups, gravies, sauces, desserts, and other foods.

Duties

The duties of this position may include: Weighs, measures, and assembles ingredients for regular and modified diets Cleans and sanitizes work areas, and performs deep cleaning tasks when needed Independently prepares and cooks a variety of food items for regular and modified/ therapeutic diet needs, such as diabetic, low sodium, low protein, gluten free, etc. Coordinates the cooking of items prepared by other cooks at one or more work centers Uses a variety of methods to prepare meats, fish, and poultry including broiling, roasting, baking, frying, boiling, steaming, stewing, braising, and grilling Disassembles and reassembles equipment for cleaning Develops and modifies standardized recipes Follows appropriate safety procedures in operating a variety of kitchen equipment Work Schedule: Various Schedules - (5:00am - 1:30pm, 10:00 am - 6:30 pm) Rotating Weekends and Holidays; 40 hours a week Position Description Title/PD#: Cook/PD99817S Physical Requirements: Position is subject to continuous standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Lifting and moving objects weighing up to 40 lbs may be required. Manual dexterity to operate equipment and to handle sharp blades safely. Working Conditions: Work will be performed in areas of extreme temperature, such as walk-in refrigeration or freezing units. Work is carried out in kitchen and dish rooms where it is often hot, uncomfortable, and noisy. You will be exposed to steam, cooking odors, and noise from equipment and conversations. Subject to hazards like cuts, bruises, strains, burns, and falls in a kitchen environment. Will be exposed to cleaning and sanitizing solutions which may irritate skin or cause respiratory irritation. This work is in a hospital setting where you may be exposed to contagious diseases. May have contact with patients who demonstrate verbally and/or physical aggressive behavior. Uniforms, hair coverings, gloves, and other attire may be required.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)MaterialsTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWithout more than normal supervisionWork Practices Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 1601 Southwest Archer Road Gainesville, FL 32608 US
• Name: Ryan Scott
• Phone: 785-817-2567
• Email: [email protected]