Cook II

Salary: $27,859. 00 Annually

Location : St. Croix, VI

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 201904189

Department: Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center

Opening Date: 04/18/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

DEPARTMENT: Nutrition ServicesFLSA STATUS: Non- EXEMPTPOSITION REPORTS TO: Food Production ManagerSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: YesCLASSIFIED/UNCLASSIFIED: ClassifiedBARGAINING UNIT: SIUPOSITION SUMMARY
Cook II is responsible for supervisory and general duty while cooking in a kitchen. Work in this class differs from that cook I, primarily in the greater degree of responsibility for planning and scheduling food preparation. An employee may be required to work on a shift basis. General supervision is received from the Food Production Manager, Dietitian or other supervisor who prescribes menus and special diets, but the employee is expected to use knowledge acquired through training and experience in making independent decisions with regard to type of meals served, method of food preparation, and supervising employees in the kitchen.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Supervises and participates in the preparation of various types of meals for large numbers of persons in a hospital environment.
Prepares and seasons foods for cooking; prepares or supervises the preparation of special diets according to instructions from the dietitian and other supervisors.
Instructs subordinate cooks in the preparation of certain portions of the menu, and in the proper performance of their duties.
Assists the dietitian or Food Production Manager in estimating meals and in requisitioning supplies.
Works on a shift basis, and at times reports for work on continuous early assignment and on Sundays and holidays.
Operates large gas and electric cooking ranges, and ensures that they are properly used and maintained.
Lifts heavy pots and caldrons while preparing food.
Assists in counseling and training staff.
Performs other work related duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of elementary school
Experience in cooking a variety of foods
Some supervisory experience in large scale cooking; experience in a patient care setting preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Knowledge of the policies, procedures, rules and regulations that apply to the practice of Cook II in an inpatient care setting.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of equipment and materials used in preparing cooking and serving foods.
Knowledge of the care and cleaning of kitchen equipment's.
Knowledge of food values and nutrition.
Ability to direct the work of small group of food service workers engaged in preparing food, cleaning kitchen and dining areas.
Ability to make time and material estimate for food preparation and service.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work for long hours while standing.
Skill in cooking a variety of foods.
Ability to work with a wide variety of other professionals and staff engaged in the delivery of health care services.
Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to gain the confidence and respect of the public to be served.
Ability to work well independently including without administrative support when required.
Organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills are essential.
Ability to work in a highly visible position undergoing significant changes with multiple constituents, each with demands exceeding resources.
Ability to work independently, as part of a team and be available.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work in a climate-controlled and well-lighted environment with a smoke-free policy. Employee will work in Kitchen setting daily. Has Category 1 risk of exposure to infectious diseases, but receives training in hand hygiene practices, Universal Precautions and has access to personal protective equipment if direct exposure is anticipated; is subject to interruptions and noise daily.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

The Government of the Virgin Islands aspires to provide the highest level of comprehensive benefits, services and programs to eligible employees, retirees, and their dependents which:

Meet and anticipate their individual needs;
Assure the GVI's competitiveness with other employers to attract and retain employees;
Maximize cost effectiveness; and,
Assure optimal health and productivity of employees.

To achieve this goal, from time to time, the carrier for the GVI's insurance may change. Please contact the Group Health Insurance Office of the Division of Personnel in St. Thomas and St. Croix at for more information regarding carriers.

Medical and Dental Coverage
Enrollment
The Virgin Islands government offers to full-time employees and their eligible dependents, a group health and dental insurance plan.

Full-time employees must enroll within thirty-one (31) days of hire unless they can provide proof of medical coverage from another source. An employee who does not enroll within 31 days of employment will be automatically enrolled in the health insurance plan with single coverage.

If an employee fails to enroll dependents within the initial eligibility period he/she must wait until a period of "open enrollment" is announced or have a qualifying event as determined by the health insurance carrier to enroll dependents or make changes to their coverage.

Effective Date of Coverage
If enrollment forms are received on or before the 6th of the month, coverage will be effective on the first day of the first month following the receipt of enrollment forms. If enrollment forms received on the 7th of the month or later, coverage will be effective on the first day of the second month following the receipt of the enrollment forms.
Example:
Date Forms Received May 1st May 8th January 6th February 7th
Coverage Effective Date June 1st July 1st February 1st April 1st

Dependent Coverage
Dependents of eligible employees may participate in the Group Health and Dental Insurance Program according to the terms and conditions imposed by the Health Insurance Board of Trustees and/or the carrier. Eligible dependents are the employee's:

Legal spouse;
Natural children;
Adopted children; and
Step children.

When a new dependent is acquired, you must enroll them within thirty-one (31) days after acquiring such dependent. When enrolling a dependent at any time, the following may be required:

Birth certificate;
Marriage certificate;<.

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