Cook 2 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4849427) Apply  Cook 2 Salary $16.95 - $24.68 Hourly Location Cedar Rapids - 52404 - Linn County, IA Job Type Full-time Job Number 25-02444 Agency 226 Corrections - Community Based Corrections - Cedar Rapids Opening Date 02/26/2025 Closing Date 3/9/2025 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-POST Point of Contact Michelle Azevedo, michelle.azevedo@iowa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description This position is with the Iowa Department of Corrections – Sixth District. The sixth district encompasses 6 counties in Iowa (Jones, Johnson, Linn, Iowa, Tama and Benton). The Cook 2 is responsible for preparation of meals for clients residing in our residential facilities. Duties include the following: • Preparing food items for 280 meals per day. • Adheres to food nutritional value per the recommended daily food allowance. • Operates commercial kitchen equipment to include skillets, ovens, warming trays, fryers, etc. • Maintains sanitary standards for food service operations through visual observation, verbal instruction and/or written disciplinary measures. • Maintains controls of kitchen tools, equipment and food supplies for food preparation to maintain security procedures. • Monitors food temperatures to ensure that food is served or stored at safely. • Transports meals to clients residing at other locations. • Verifies inventory and uses the oldest food first. • Maintains ServSafe certification and completes training for recertification as required. We value integrity, ethical conduct, and attention to detail in all aspects of our work, and we invite you to become an integral part of our team dedicated to transforming lives and promoting community safety. As a State of Iowa Employee, you will also receive a robust benefits package including: • Paid time off including vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave with no cap on the sick leave hours that you can accrue • Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Package • IPERS Retirement package and option for deferred compensation • Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care) • Free Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Programs • Employee Discount Programs If you're ready to take on this fulfilling and impactful role, apply now and join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve. SHIFT: 8:45am – 4:45pm Saturday and Sunday at the Hope House in Coralville IA 9:45am – 5:45pm Monday, Tuesday and Friday at the Hinzman Center in Cedar Rapids IA Minimum Qualification Requirements Experience equal to two years of full-time work in quantity food production in a commercial, military, hospital or institutional setting; OR successful completion of a military, vocational or community college program in commercial cooking and one year of qualifying experience; OR employees withcurrentcontinuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to six months of full-time experience as a Cook 1. For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\_and\_pay/JobClassDescriptions/Cook2-07221.pdf) Why Choose the State of Iowa? At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. 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A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) . Paid Time Off: Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters. Professional Development: Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program. Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation. Join Us - Elevate Your Career: Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority! 01 Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa. + Yes - I understand and agree. + No 02 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq? + No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq + Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq 03 How many years of experience do you have in quantity food production in a commercial, military, hospital or institutional setting? + I have no experience in quantity food production in a commercial, military, hospital or institutional setting + Less than two years of experience in quantity food production in a commercial, military, hospital or institutional setting + Two years or more of experience in quantity food production in a commercial, military, hospital or institutional setting 04 Have you successfully completed a military, vocational or community college program in commercial cooking? IF YES - How many months of experience do you have in quantity food production in a commercial, military, hospital or institutional setting? + I have no experience in quantity food production in a commercial, military, hospital or institutional setting + Less than 12 months of experience in quantity food production in a commercial, military, hospital or institutional setting + 12 months or more of experience in quantity food production in a commercial, military, hospital or institutional setting 05 Are you a current State of Iowa employee (executive branch)? IF YES - How many months of experience do you have in the classification of Cook 1 for the State of Iowa? + I am not a State of Iowa employee + I do not have any experience in the classification of Cook 1 + Less than 6 months of experience in the classification of Cook 1 + 6 months or more of experience in the classification of Cook 1 Required Question Employer State of Iowa Agency 226 Corrections - Community Based Corrections - Cedar Rapids Address 951 29th Ave SW Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52404 Website https://doc.iowa.gov/sixth-district Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email