Cook 1

Cook 1 Print ( Apply Cook 1 Salary $40,059.00 - $55,394.00 Annually Location Erie County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number N-2025-26069 Department Department of Military & Veterans Affairs Division MV Dietry Soldiers Sailors Opening Date 05/28/2025 Closing Date 6/6/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 81150 Position Number 00264601 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit N1 Pay Group ST03 Bureau / Division Code 00134120 Bureau / Division Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home Worksite Address 560 East 3rd Street City Erie, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16507 Contact Name Vanity Lomax Contact Phone ... Contact Email ... + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION If you have a passion for cooking and want to make a difference in the lives of American heroes, then this job opportunity is perfect for you. As a Cook 1 at the Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home, you will have the chance to impact the lives of Pennsylvania's veterans and their spouses by providing them with necessary nourishment and contributing to the superior care we offer. Apply today and join our reliable and energetic Dietary Department! Watch this video ( to see how you can make a difference working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA). Come join the DMVA team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Cook 1 at the Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home, you will play a vital role in ensuring that the residents receive delicious and nutritious meals. Your responsibilities will include operating cooking equipment, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation, and preparing food according to specific recipes and dietary needs. You will also have the opportunity to train new cooks, prepare food for special meals and events, and attend training to refine your food preparation skills. Your contributions will be essential in providing a high-quality dining experience for the residents of the home. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description ( . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment, 40 hours per week + Work hours are as follows, Wednesday - Sunday, with a 30-minute lunch: + Week 1: 5:15 AM to 1:15 PM + Week 2: 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM + Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. + Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. + You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Desirable Preparation for Work: + Experience in cooking or quantity food preparation;or + Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training. Additional Requirement: + You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualification (not required): + Experience in cooking or food preparation;or + Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training. Legal Requirements: + A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. + This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. + Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). + If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. + Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. + Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: + Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ... . Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): + 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo ( ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Preferred Qualification - Do you have experience in cooking or food preparation; or any equivalent combination of experience and/or training? + Yes + No Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website