MSD COOK II (Contractual Position) - #25-005207-0001

Introduction The Maryland Schoolfor the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who in partnership withfamilies, provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing,engaging, and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personalexcellence and become lifelong learners. As such, we are looking fordedicated individuals who can join us in the education of the children at MSD.
This is an 11 month, schoolyear position. This position does not work when school is closed duringwinter break, spring break, and during the summer months. GRADE SD 0008 LOCATION OF POSITION MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169 Old Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043 Main Purpose of Job MSD Cook II is an intermediate level of work in the Dietary Department of the Maryland School for the Deaf, Columbia Campus. The Cook II is responsible for the production and serving of meals in accordance with the facility's Food Safety Program and Wellness Policy; all Maryland School for the Deaf, Columbia Campus, and Dietary Department prescribed policies and procedures; and all applicable health and sanitation regulations and standards. POSITION DUTIES Prepares foods requiring both simple and complex preparation.
Assembles traylineand serve meals according to established scheduled daily menu, using correct portion sizes andtechniques.
Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment.
Prepares food itemssuch as vegetables, salads, meats, and beverages by baking, frying, broiling,steaming, and mixing in accordance with recipes and dietetic guidelines.
Applies good serviceprinciples and methods related to food handling, proper food storage, andtemperature control.
Operates kitchenequipment and appliances, such as mixers, cookers, ovens, stoves, toasters,coffee urns, microwaves, and related equipment.
Cleans and maintainsutensils and work area in accordance with applicable safety and sanitarystandards.
Protects equipment,utensils, food, and other items from contamination, spoilage, and pilferage.
Keeps records ofsupplies used and number of persons served.
May train, assign, andreview the work of Dietary Workers or Food Service Assistants in cookingtechniques.
Performs other related duties, must be flexible to provide timely assistance for an efficient food service operation. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : None.
Experience : Three years of experience in food preparation at a public or governmental establishment, such as a restaurant, hospital or comparable institution involving the cooking of meats and vegetables and the preparation of salads and beverages.
Notes : 1. Candidates may substitute graduation from an accredited vocational/technical high school with a major in food service or a related field for up to two years of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a non-commissioned officer in culinary classifications or food service specialty codes in the food preparation and serving field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Must be proficient inor willing to learn ASL.
Must be able to lift50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time.
Serve Safe food handlercertification preferred. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Candidates must be willing to become Serve Safe Certified. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS New hires are subjectto a criminal background investigation at their own expense. (MarylandCode, Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)
Candidates will need toprovide three letters of recommendation. SELECTION PROCESS Applications will be prescreened before candidates areinvited to an interview. As an equal opportunity employer, MSD iscommitted to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflectiveof the State's diversity. BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Online applicationprocess is STRONGLY preferred. If online access is not available or ifyou encounter difficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver inperson before the closing date and time. Please include your name and recruitmentnumber on any documentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes will NOT beaccepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application. Additional orsupplemental information must be submitted by the closing date and time.Application inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to thefollowing:
Mailing Address:Maryland School for the Deaf, Recruitment Department, P. O. Box894, Columbia, MD 21044
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Individuals fromtraditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouragedto apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, andencourage them to apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Asan equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting,retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State'sdiversity. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, andencourage them to apply.