Cook
Cooks at the WG-08 level independently prepare all types of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, fruits, sauces, and gravies for regular and modified diet menus. They prepare, cook, season, and portion food for all meals by following standardized recipes at different levels of difficulty and plan, regulate and schedule cooking procedures so that numerous completed food products are ready at the appropriate temperature and time. They are responsible for analyzing and correcting production problems independently and coordinating the cooking process for food items assigned directly to them. This position is primarily scheduled to work at the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center and a few shifts at the Domiciliary (The HONOR Center). Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Prepares and cooks a variety of menu items including regular and special diets Maintains rotation of food bank inventories to prevent spoilage and retain quality of food items Uses standardized recipes and coordinates cooking times to ensure quality of products Prepares a variety of meat using all methods of dry and moist heat techniques Measures and weighs portions and ingredients according to standardized recipes or diets Adjusts standardized recipes as necessary to produce required food quantities Operates specialized equipment to cook food in large quantities Slice meat items by hand or machine, conform to specific size requirements or weight specifications Maintains the proper temperature for all foods during holding, transport, reheating and serving Coordinates preparation of a number of menu items for a meal and ensures all items are cooked to the proper degree of doneness for meal service Examines all food for quality and freshness before preparation Promotes a safe work environment by using equipment safely Work Schedule:
5:
30 am-2 pm, 6 am-2:
30 pm, 7 am-3:
30 pm, or 8 am-4:
30 pm, and 10:
30 am -7 pm, Rotating Weekends & Holidays This position will be scheduled to work at both Malcom Randall VAMC and the HONOR Center. Position Description Title/PD#:
PD573-05165-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/14/2020.
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 number one 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)MaterialsProduction Support ServiceTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWork 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. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Stands and moves about on tile floors most of the tour. Frequently stoops, reaches, lifts or carries food and kitchen equipment. Hand dexterity is necessary in the utilization of machines to prepare foods. May need to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted or more with assistance. Works under stress and pressure existing in meeting schedules in the normal production and service of food to the patient. Must be able to adjust work place to meet varying workloads.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Prepares and cooks a variety of menu items including regular and special diets Maintains rotation of food bank inventories to prevent spoilage and retain quality of food items Uses standardized recipes and coordinates cooking times to ensure quality of products Prepares a variety of meat using all methods of dry and moist heat techniques Measures and weighs portions and ingredients according to standardized recipes or diets Adjusts standardized recipes as necessary to produce required food quantities Operates specialized equipment to cook food in large quantities Slice meat items by hand or machine, conform to specific size requirements or weight specifications Maintains the proper temperature for all foods during holding, transport, reheating and serving Coordinates preparation of a number of menu items for a meal and ensures all items are cooked to the proper degree of doneness for meal service Examines all food for quality and freshness before preparation Promotes a safe work environment by using equipment safely Work Schedule:
5:
30 am-2 pm, 6 am-2:
30 pm, 7 am-3:
30 pm, or 8 am-4:
30 pm, and 10:
30 am -7 pm, Rotating Weekends & Holidays This position will be scheduled to work at both Malcom Randall VAMC and the HONOR Center. Position Description Title/PD#:
PD573-05165-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/14/2020.
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 number one 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)MaterialsProduction Support ServiceTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWork 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. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Stands and moves about on tile floors most of the tour. Frequently stoops, reaches, lifts or carries food and kitchen equipment. Hand dexterity is necessary in the utilization of machines to prepare foods. May need to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted or more with assistance. Works under stress and pressure existing in meeting schedules in the normal production and service of food to the patient. Must be able to adjust work place to meet varying workloads.
- Department:
7404 Cooking - Salary Range:
$21.27 to $24.80 per hour
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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