Salary: 15.620-20.390 :USD

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Health and Human Services

Division for Children, Youth, and Families

Manchester, NH

35-2010 Cooks-2

Cook II

Position # 11671

$15.62 - $20.39 Hourly

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, Division for Children, Youth, and Families has a full time vacancy for Cook II.

Summary:

Performs dietary duties including preparation and cooking of food in quantities according to menu and number of persons to be served, ensuring food is appetizing and nutritious and maintains cleanliness of dietary area. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs, and principles in daily practice.

Responsibilities:

Cooks and prepares food items such as poultry, meat, fish, and vegetables according to a pre-established menu.

Cuts and slices meats, vegetables, fruit, etc. as required.

Creates and distributes special diet orders. Distributes meals to various units and retrieves empty food carriers.

Cleans kitchen equipment, refrigerated storage boxes and kitchen, as well as emptying kitchen trash daily.

Checks units every morning to insure there are adequate food supplies on hand such as bread and milk.

Performs daily inventory checks on utensils and kitchen equipment to ensure safety and security of the residents and staff.

Assists other food service employees in solving routine work problems.

Must perform accountabilities in accordance with established safety policies and procedures.

Communicates with supervisors regarding issues related to workplace safety.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency credential. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: One year's experience as a cook in preparing foods and cooking on a large scale. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

License/Certification: Must possess a valid New Hampshire driver's license.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have a neat and clean appearance and practice personal hygiene.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

For further information please contact Jennifer Allaire, Chef III, jennifer.l.allaire@dhhs.nh.gov, 603-625-5471.

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee¿s union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.html

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay

Other Benefits:

o Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

o Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

o State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

o Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

o $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low cost group life insurance

o Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://das.nh.gov/documents/hr/JobSearch/FINAL_TOTAL_COMP_STATEMENT_ISSUE.xlsx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964