WDVA Cook 1, On-Call, Washington Soldiers Home

About the role

The Washington Soldiers Home is seeking a Cook 1 on-call to assist with meal preparation and distribution. This position supports the facility's 24/7 operations and requires availability for rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assure all special items required by residents are weighed and prepared.
• Use batch cooking techniques to ensure maximum freshness and quality of product.
• Report the need for modification to recipes or production methods as necessary.
• Prepare box lunches for resident appointments as required.
• Assist with the preparation of breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals.
• Prepare food for approximately 150 residents, staff, and visitors.
• Aid in the preparation activities to ensure sufficient quantities of regular and modified diet food.
• Maintain accurate food inventory records, quality assurance records, production records, prep sheets, and PM cooler temperatures.
• Regularly check refrigeration units for outdated products.
• Ensure all special items required by residents are prepared.
• Ensure food items are kept safe by monitoring storage methods, food production and holding temperatures, cooling process, and reheating is completed per regulations.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in a large-scale food establishment.
• Must obtain Washington State Food Handlers Permit within two (2) weeks of hire and remain current.
• Proficient in the English language.
• Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000 Background Checks.
• Must comply with annual Tuberculin Screening in accordance with DVA policy 670.000 Tuberculosis Testing.
• Must maintain a WA State Food Handlers Permit and remain current.
• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance and be willing to work as needed.
• Must successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in-service, and other required training.
• Must become familiar and comply with all DVA policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
• Candidates must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• Candidates must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.

Special Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. and be capable of reaching a minimum of 36" using proper technique to stock shelves and access supplies.
• Must be able to wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other personal protection as required by a job or task.
• Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000 Background Checks.

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, basic life and long-term disability insurance, dependent care assistance, and various insurance options. Additionally, employees have the option to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program for supplemental retirement savings.