COOK II (UMP)

Job Requisition ID: 43163 

Opening Date: 11/27/2024
 Closing Date/Time: 12/16/2024​
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: COOK II - 09602 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None 
Salary: Anticipated Salary $3,980-$5,281/month ($47,760-$63,372/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Kankakee
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 43163

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Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Cook II for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to direct, instruct, and participate in the preparation of meats, vegetables, and designated foods as required by menus. Utilizes a personal computer to generate general spreadsheets and review recipes.  Operates standard cooking equipment, i.e., mixers, convection ovens, steamers, kettles, deep fryer, grill, slicer, etc. Directs, instructs, and participates in the cleaning of cooking equipment, work area and other equipment to maintain sanitary and safe working conditions.  Ensures compliance with Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Central Management Services (CMS), Department of Human Services (DHS) and Center policies and procedures. Serves as designated lead worker.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates menus with current and anticipated food inventory.
• Serves as designated lead worker.
• Directs, instructs, and participates in the preparation of meats, vegetables, and designated foods as required by menus.
• Utilizes a personal computer to generate general spreadsheets and review recipes.
• Operates standard cooking equipment, i.e., mixers, convection ovens, steamers, kettles, deep fryer, grill, slicer, etc.
• Directs, instructs, and participates in the cleaning of cooking equipment, work area and other equipment to maintain sanitary and safe working conditions.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school and two years of cooking experience, which prov