What are the responsibilities and job description for the COOK I (Upward Mobility) position at illinois?
Agency : Department of Human Services
Opening Date: 06/13/2024
Closing Date: 06/27/2024
Salary: Anticipated Salary (Eff 7/1/24) $3,732-$4,816/month ($44,784-$57,792/year)
Job Type: Salaried
County: Morgan
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC009
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 38867
Position Overview
The Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a cook to prepare and cook food on an assigned shift at the Illinois School for the Visually Impaired (ISVI). This position may be assisted in preparations by Support Service Workers in the operation of standard cooking equipment and preparation of special diet foods. This position assists in maintenance and cleaning of kitchen equipment and all work areas to meet regulations and relieves other cooks on days off.
Job Responsibilities
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Prepares and cooks food on an assigned shift.
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Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixing machines, steam cookers, toaster, food chopper and gas or electric stove.
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Prepares special diet food as directed by the Dietary Manager.
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Assists in maintenance and cleaning of kitchen equipment and all work areas to meet regulations and maintain safe sanitary and healthful conditions in work areas.
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Relieves Cooks on days off and responsible for own shift during Dietary Manager’s days off.
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Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
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Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school and six (6) months of cooking experience which provides working knowledge of food preparation and cooking methods on a large-scale basis.
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Requires possession of a valid Food Service Sanitation Certificate issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health or requires possession of a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification from a program accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI); Conference for Food Protection (CFP).
*Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated education and experience requirements for this class.
Conditions of Employment
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Requires ability to lift and/or carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.
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Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
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Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 5:30am-1:30pm
Work Location: 658 E State St, Jacksonville, Illinois, 62650
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Illinois School for the Visually Impaired
Support Services - Dietary
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov
Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
* Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions. There are three categories of UMP titles: 1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam; 2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and 3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.
State employees participating in the Upward Mobility program for this title should include applicable UMP grade information in the Upward Mobility Program section of the candidate profile. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
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donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
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systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Salary : $44,784 - $57,792
