Reference #: 4311171THE POSITION

　　NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2023-71585 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM DECEMBER 19, 2023 TO DECEMBER 23, 2023. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

　　Do you enjoy large-scale cooking and take pride in preparing food that is served to those who served us? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home, is seeking a cook to assist the Dietary Department in our mission to provide superior care to our resident veterans and their spouses.

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　　DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Cook 1, you will perform specialized cooking and baking tasks. Duties include operating kitchen equipment; cleaning and sanitizing cooking utensils and equipment; maintaining recipe files; preparing food items for both regular and therapeutic diets; preparing meals for special events such as banquets, meetings and parties; and assisting in the training of new cooks.

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　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:Part-time employmentWork hours include varying days and shifts along with rotating days and weekends. Shifts will include a 30-minute lunch and may be:5:00 AM to 1:30 PM10:00 AM to 6:30 PMSalary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiableYou will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSDesirable Preparation for Work:Experience in cooking or quantity food preparation; orAny equivalent combination of experience and/or training.Additional Requirement:

　　You must be able to perform essential job functions.

　　Preferred Qualifications:Completion of education related to foods, nutrition, dietetics, food service, or institutional managementFormal baking trainingPossession of licenses or certificationsCertification in ServSafe or other food safety related certificationsExperience as a baker in a large volume preparation operationExperience using and converting standardized recipesExperience mixing, proofing, and finishing yeast raised products in a large scale service operationExperience baking and decorating cakes and pastriesExperience in paid food service operations for geriatric and/or physically ill patient/resident populationsLegal Requirements:A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.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 will not be 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 bout employment preferences for veterans, go to  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.