Cook
The WG-7408-08 Cook works in the Nutrition and Food Service and performs a full range of quantity food preparation; from basic to complex modified and regular menu items. Additional duties and assignments include but are not limited to:
Plans and prepares cooking education classes for the staff and veterans group. Responsible for Coordinating with the clinical dietitian the preparation and presentation for the healthy Teaching Kitchen at the West Palm Beach VA. Develops new recipes and revises recipes when ingredients are not available Participates in taste panels to ensure acceptability of new or changed recipes Adjust recipes and cooking techniques to incorporate necessary changes when preparing for rethermalization or to serve Make necessary adjustments to appropriately heat and service convenience foods, using staggered cooking techniques to ensure food is cooked and available in required amounts to maintain smooth and uninterrupted meal service Prepares forecast for recipes on menus and ensures compliance with recipes and other forms, cooking foods only in required amounts and keeping leftovers to a minimum Instructs veterans and lower-graded staff on accepted cooking methods to preserve flavor, color and the nutritive value. Promotes and safe working environment by using equipment safely and carefully Follows instructions and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Can instruct and lead lower level cooks Run cooking operations in place of executive chef Work Schedule:
10:
00am-6:
30pm Please note:
(Work schedules will be based off the needs of the facility and will be determined by management.) Position Description Title/PD 548-2491-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/30/2020.
Experience:
A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT:
Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:
Dexterity and SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)MaterialsTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWithout more than normal supervisionWork Practices Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Stands and moves about on the tile floors for most of the tour. Frequently stoops, reaches, lifts or caries food and kitchen equipment. Hand dexterity is necessary in the utilization of machines to prepare foods. May need to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted or more with assistance
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Plans and prepares cooking education classes for the staff and veterans group. Responsible for Coordinating with the clinical dietitian the preparation and presentation for the healthy Teaching Kitchen at the West Palm Beach VA. Develops new recipes and revises recipes when ingredients are not available Participates in taste panels to ensure acceptability of new or changed recipes Adjust recipes and cooking techniques to incorporate necessary changes when preparing for rethermalization or to serve Make necessary adjustments to appropriately heat and service convenience foods, using staggered cooking techniques to ensure food is cooked and available in required amounts to maintain smooth and uninterrupted meal service Prepares forecast for recipes on menus and ensures compliance with recipes and other forms, cooking foods only in required amounts and keeping leftovers to a minimum Instructs veterans and lower-graded staff on accepted cooking methods to preserve flavor, color and the nutritive value. Promotes and safe working environment by using equipment safely and carefully Follows instructions and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Can instruct and lead lower level cooks Run cooking operations in place of executive chef Work Schedule:
10:
00am-6:
30pm Please note:
(Work schedules will be based off the needs of the facility and will be determined by management.) Position Description Title/PD 548-2491-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/30/2020.
Experience:
A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT:
Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:
Dexterity and SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)MaterialsTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWithout more than normal supervisionWork Practices Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Stands and moves about on the tile floors for most of the tour. Frequently stoops, reaches, lifts or caries food and kitchen equipment. Hand dexterity is necessary in the utilization of machines to prepare foods. May need to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted or more with assistance
- Department:
7404 Cooking - Salary Range:
$22.89 to $26.70 per hour
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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