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Cook I
Commonwealth of KentuckyBurkesville, United States; Burkesville, KY, United States; 5970 State Park Rd Burkesville US KY 42717, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Aug 2026
š° $38,000/yr($28,000/yr ā $38,000/yr)
About the role
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8/16/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
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Cook I
Pay Grade
09
Salary
$13.76 - $19.45 Hourly
This position is eligible for an approved Sign-on bonus of $800 in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(6).
This position is eligible for an approved Sign-on bonus of $800 in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(6).
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks
Location
5970 State Park Rd
Burkesville, KY 42717 USA
Burkesville, KY 42717 USA
Description
Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park is now seeking a Cook I to join Team Kentucky! Dale Hollow Lake is one of
the true natural wonders of the Commonwealth and our staff members play a crucial role in helping our guests
to create memorable experiences. Why not work somewhere beautiful?!? Give your career the boost it deserves
with Kentucky State Parks!
Duties for this position include:
This position is eligible for an approved Sign-on bonus of $800 in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(6).
Duties for this position include:
- Bakes, roast, broils and fries meat, fish and fowl for large groups of people.
- Mixes and cooks specialty dishes and delicate foods.
- Seasons foods by taste test and recipe.
- Maintains records of food used and supply on hand.
- Figures food cost and records on daily food cost sheet.
- Cleans and sanitizes work areas.
- Insures proper storage of food.
- Affordable Health Insurance with Optional Health Reimbursement Account
- Wellness Incentives Program
- Life Insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vacation and Holiday and Sick Time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
- Training and Career Development Opportunities
- Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K/457K)
- Complimentary state park visits for you and your family!
This position is eligible for an approved Sign-on bonus of $800 in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(6).
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
NONE
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
One year of cooking experience in an institutional or large scale commercial setting.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
Vocational training in food service will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
NONE
Working Conditions
Typical working conditions for a specific position may be listed on the individual position description.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jenny Moon at jennyb.moon@ky.gov or (270) 433-7431.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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