Cook

Agency

Safety

Division

70000075 Dept of Public Safety

Job Classification Title

Cook (S)

Position Number

65022251

Grade

NC01

About Us

The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.

Description of Work

Tarheel Challenge - New London

About Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy:

The Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy (TCA) is a quasi-military style resident program for at risk youth in the ages of 16-18. Sponsored by the North Carolina National Guard, the TCA mission is to redirect the efforts of young adults who have had trouble succeeding in the normal high school environment. The intent is to give them the skills and attitude to become productive citizens in their communities. The Academies are located in two different locations: Salemburg and New London, North Carolina. It is a 17-month program divided into two distinct phases: a five-month in-residence phase at the academies, and a twelve-month post-residential phase immediately following graduation for the in-residence phase. TCA seeks to improve the life and future employment potential of its cadets by concentrating on eight core components which are: Life Coping Skills, Academic Excellence, Responsible Citizenship, Job Skills, Service to Community, Health and Hygiene, Physical Fitness, and Leadership/Followership.

Job Description:

This position is responsible for providing nutritionally adequate meals that meet Federal Child Nutrition Program meal pattern requirements while following established operational procedures to ensure efficient and effective food production and service. Duties include assisting with food and supply requisitions, inspecting incoming fresh vegetables, fruits, and meats to verify they meet purchase order specifications, and checking the cost and quality of received items. The role requires ensuring proper storage of all items and adhering to Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy procedures for inventorying food, supplies, and equipment, as well as reporting inventories in compliance with federal and state regulations. The position supports the integrity and accountability of the facility’s Child Nutrition Program by maintaining required production records and complying with all applicable federal and state regulations and Department Child Nutrition policies. Maintaining a safe, sanitary environment that protects the health and well-being of the facility’s Cadets is essential, including upholding high standards of food safety, personal cleanliness, and proper equipment use and care. Additional responsibilities include interpreting and following standardized recipes according to planned menus, planning and preparing food for large groups, adhering to oral and written instructions, communicating positively with staff and Cadets, and performing other duties as assigned by the Food Service Supervisor I.

We operate everyday starting from 5:30am in the morning until 7:30pm at night, every weekend.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance.

To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range - $31,200.00-$48,810.00

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.   

The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.   

All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources.  

Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.   

Management Preferences  

• Knowledge of the methods in preparing meals, vegetables, and foods in large quanities.

• Knowledge of various equipment including food processors and ovens.

• Experience in inspection of incoming foods.

Supplemental and Contact Information 

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.  Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program  

For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. 

Transcripts 

• Attaching transcripts is optional; however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.    

• Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education. 

• International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting.  Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members.  

Military Experience  

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application. 

• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:  

• A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).  

• A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22. 

The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved, and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency, prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks. 

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Workday account to check the status of your application. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification when the position is filled. 

For more information about the application process, please visit State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions. For technical issues related to your Workday applications, please place a support ticket. For basic information regarding employment with North Carolina State Government, please call (984) 236-0800. If there are any questions about this specific vacancy other than your application status, please contact Lovely Evans at [email protected].

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Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Education and/or experience in food preparation that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade equivalent to one year of experience in a commercial and/or institutional setting.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Lovely Dell Evans

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]