Chef / Cook

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We do this by delivering quality health care, helping to secure benefits, and providing programs and services in higher education, claims, burials, outreach and Veterans’ preference.
At the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), we not only consider it our duty to provide the highest level of care to those who answered our nation's call, we believe it is an honor.
MDVA recognizes that a culturally competent workforce is critical to meet the needs of all Minnesotans.
MDVA is committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at our workplace to support employees as they grow in their careers with the State of Minnesota.
Job Details Working Title: Chef Job Class: Cook Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 03/06/2024 Closing Date: 03/12/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls Division/Unit: Nutrition Services / Dietary Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Shift 6:00am-2:30pm and/or 11:00am-7:30pm Days of Work: Every other weekend Travel Required: No Salary Range: $20.
18 - $27.
55 / hourly Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep FLSA Status: Nonexempt Telework Eligible: No Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job.
Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary This announcement will be used to fill one part-time vacancy at the Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls.
This position is designated as part-time, and is expected to work every other weekend on either the day or evening shift.
The day shift is 6:00am-2:30pm and the evening shift is 11:00am-7:30pm.
The work schedule will include at least 16 hours per two-week pay period.
The position is not initially eligible for health and dental insurance benefits.
To prepare food of high quality and maintain standards of hygiene, safety, and sanitation for residents, staff, volunteers and guests of the Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: Large-scale cooking methods and equipment sufficient to prepare and serve food for a large number of people and adjust recipes to accommodate different numbers of people Food values and nutrition sufficient to prepare items from standard recipes Health and safety principles involved in food preparation operations sufficient to prepare and serve safe and healthy meals Ability to: Follow instructions and read and comprehend written instructions Prepare special medical diets Preferred Qualifications Experience cooking in a large long-term care facility Experience with inventory and stocking Additional Requirements A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s).
When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists.
This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
Application Details How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page.
If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.
mn.
us .
For additional information about the application process, go to https://www.
mn.
gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Salena Ness at salena.
ness@state.
mn.
us or 218-321-2551 .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Salena Ness at salena.
ness@state.
mn.
us .
Per M.
S.
43A.
111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans.
To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%.
Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted.
Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Salena Ness at salena.
ness@state.
mn.
us no later than the job posting closing date.
Why Work for Us Diverse Workforce We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve.
The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found: 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule Comprehensive Benefits Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony.
As an employee, your benefits may include: Public pension plan Training and professional development Paid vacation and sick leave 12 paid holidays each year Paid parental leave Low-cost medical and dental coverage Prescription drug coverage Vision coverage Wellness programs and resources Employer paid life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Health care spending and savings accounts Dependent care spending account Tax-deferred compensation Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers.
The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities.
If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.
mn.
us and indicate what assistance is needed.