What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook I position at City of Hartford - Human Resources Department?
Current vacancy is in the Department of Families, Children, and Youth. Under general supervision, prepares and cooks, by any method, all food served to children and staff members of Early Learning Centers. Prepares and cooks a variety of soups, meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, and other foods cooked or prepared on a large scale in an institutional kitchen. Estimates food consumption and requisitions foodstuffs, subject to approval. Prepares menu for the noon meal, subject to approval. Sets tables and apportions food served. Cleans or supervises the cleaning of the kitchen; washes dished and kitchen equipment and disposes of unused food and garbage. May supervise food service workers assisting in the kitchen. Performs related work as required.
This is a 1716 Union Position. The hours of the position are 40 hours per week.
The examination will consist of a rating of your training and experience as contained on your application and may also include a written test, an oral test, a performance based test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination is designed to measure: This is a 1716 Union Position. The hours of the position are 40 hours per week.
Knowledge of:
- Methods, equipment and ingredients used in preparing and cooking foods;
- Use, care and cleaning of kitchen equipment and utensils;
- Food values and nutrition;
- Health, sanitation, and safety principles involved in the preparation of food on a large scale.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
- Supervise food service workers;
- Prepare a variety of foods in large scale.
Open to all applicants who meet the following qualifications:
Completion of the eighth grade AND one year of experience in cooking and preparing a variety of foods, including experience in large scale cooking.
HARTFORD RESIDENCY PREFERRED: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.
APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY, INCLUDING ANY REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT PROPER DOCUMENTATION SHALL RESULT IN YOUR DISQUALIFICATION FOR THIS POSITION.
APPLICATIONS VIA FACSIMILE OR EMAIL ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3- 12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules, and regulations.
ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE APPLICATION AND TESTING PROCESS WILL OCCUR VIA EMAIL, UNLESS OTHERWISE REQUESTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.
IN ADDITION TO CHECKING YOUR EMAIL INBOX FOR RECRUITMENT CORRESPONDENCE, PLEASE ALSO CHECK YOUR JUNK AND SPAM FOLDERS.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
Salary : $36,075 - $41,483
