Deadline: Open until filled

Contact: Jeni Anderson, Human Resources Assistant-Adv., JenniferM.Anderson@wisconsin.gov, 715-256-3241

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
Making a difference in the lives of Wisconsin veterans

The Wisconsin Veterans Home at King (WVHK)is currently recruiting for multiple Cook 1 limited-term employment (LTE) positions to support the Nutrition & Dining Services team. WVHK is a long-term-care facility that specializes in providing comfort, support, and professional medical services to elderly or disabled veterans and their spouses. Our facility is located on the picturesque shoreline of the Chain O' Lakes, off Highway 10 between Stevens Point and Appleton.

This agency is committed to serving Wisconsin's veteran population. Our positions offer a team-oriented atmosphere and the satisfaction of serving those who have served us all.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

This entry-level position performs quantity cooking in a food service program. Cooks at this level receive training in nutrition, cooking techniques, food quality, safety and sanitation. The position prepares and monitors high-quality food items, using appropriate methods to preserve nutrient content and produce an appealing flavor and appearance, proper texture and consistency. The incumbent also prepares food for special diets and guides the work of food service assistants. 

To view a copy of the job description, click here.

The pay for this position is $18.12 per hour with additional compensation for nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.

This job does not offer employee benefits.

The position is in pay schedule-pay range 03-10.

This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.

These are flexible part-time positions with the option to pick up additional hours as desired with no required overtime.  Must be able to fulfill a minimum of 2-8 hour shifts per pay period, with a minimum of 1-8 hour weekend shift per pay period.

LTE jobs are limited to 1039 hours in a 12-month period and do not include employee benefits.

Job duties require the ability to perform work that is medium to heavy in nature; push carts weighing up to 500 pounds; lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds; stand and/or walk, up to 100% of an eight-hour shift; twist, stoop, bend, reach, climb stairs, and move in tight spaces between hot and moving equipment; perform tasks requiring manual dexterity; and distinguish colors, taste and smell.

Exposure to extreme heat, equipment with moving parts, chemicals used in maintaining sanitation standards, latex and/or vinyl gloves, and other hazards.

Conditions are those generally found in an institutional food service setting and medical facility.

Employment in this position is contingent upon passing a pre-employment tuberculosis (TB) skin test.

Due to the nature of the positions, WDVA will conduct a criminal background check prior to an offer of employment.

Employees at this healthcare facility are required to provide documentation of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by date of hire. Reasonable accommodations for exemptions to this requirement will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

In their resume, minimally qualified applicants will describe their experience with food preparation and general cooking.

Per Wisconsin Statute 230.26, Wisconsin residency is required for LTE appointments. The definition of Wisconsin residency for LTE employment can be found here.

To be eligible for consideration for a position, complete the online application process. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service. You will be required to attach a resume. To ease the application process, upload your resume to WiscJobs prior to attaching it.

Periodically, qualified applicants will be asked to participate in the next step of the hiring process. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via email or phone. Make certain your contact information is correct and check your messages regularly.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For information on veterans’ hiring programs that may benefit you, go to the Employment Assistance page on WDVA's website.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without WDVA sponsorship) at the time of application.

If you have questions, please contact: Jeni Anderson, Human Resources Assistant-Adv., JenniferM.Anderson@wisconsin.gov, 715-256-3241

Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Home are met.