Cook (Full-Time)

Are you passionate about creating delicious meals in a dynamic environment?

Look no further - the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable Cook to join our dining staff! At NCCAT, we pride ourselves on fostering a friendly and fast-paced atmosphere where every team member plays a vital role. As a valued member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your culinary talents while enjoying a range of benefits, including paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and much more!

In this role, you'll work closely with our Food Services Director to ensure seamless culinary operations. From food preparation and presentation to managing inventory and enforcing sanitation standards, you'll be instrumental in delivering top-notch dining experiences to our guests. Your creativity and attention to detail will shine as you craft delectable dishes using state-of-the-art equipment and following standard recipes.

We're looking for someone with a passion for cooking and a keen eye for safety and sanitation. If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level and thrive in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join our culinary team at NCCAT!

To apply, please submit your completed application along with a cover letter and resume. We can't wait to welcome you aboard!

IMPORTANT NOTICES

For current State employees, please note that as of June 1, 2018, promotional and RIF priority and salary administration will be made based on the new Statewide NC Classification System.

As of April 2019, Executive Order #93 (Prohibiting the Use of Salary History in the State Hiring Process) became effective. This Executive Order prohibits state agencies from requesting salary history from applicants or relying onpreviously obtained prior salary information in determining an applicant's salary.

EEO Statement:

The State of North Carolina and the Department of Public Instruction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type withoutregard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexualorientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Thispolicy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion,termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Note: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the State of North Carolina application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form.

Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. NC DPI welcomes attached or incorporated resumes,cover letters and reference information, but these items will not be used for screening for qualifying credit. Please make sure the application is completed in full. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

• Knowledge of methods of preparation and cooking of food in quantity lots.

• Knowledge of the amounts of raw food needed to supply the number of persons to be served.

• Knowledge of the standard tools, methods, and practices utilized to maintain food safety.

• Considerable knowledge of the uses and adaptabilities of various pieces of equipment including kettles, convection ovens, convection steamers, braising pans, mixers, food processors, slicers, and deep fryers.

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to interpret and follow standard recipes and prescribed.

Requirements:

• ServSafe Certification required within the first six months of employment.

• Valid NC Driver's License or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.

Tricia Ashe

The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching

HR Technician II

828.293.5202

tricia.ashe@nccat.org

All applicants must complete and submit a State application for employment using the NEOGOV Online Job Application System (http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/) for the State of North Carolina. Any applications not received by the advertisement closing date and time will not be accepted outside of the portal.

To receive credit for work history and credentials, the applicant must list the information on the online application form.

Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. NC DPI welcomes attached or incorporated resumes, cover letters and reference information, but these items will not be used for screening for qualifying credit.

Please make sure the application is completed in full. If you put "See Resume" or "See Attachment" on your application instead of a completed application with detailed work duties, your application will NOT be accepted. Other attachments(except a DD-214 copy) will also be accepted, but not used in screening for qualifying credit.

Applicants are required to scan and attach a copy of their DD-214 (Form 4 or Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) or discharge orders if they wish to obtain Veteran's preference.

Reference checks will be performed on all selected candidates. If the position requires a background check and/or drug screening that will also be performed on all selected candidates.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.

To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click"Application Status".

For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 877-204-4442. If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-524-5627.

NOTE: Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application. For inquiries, please send questions to

tricia.ashe@nccat.org

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If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching, ATTN: Tricia Ashe; Email: tricia.ashe@nccat.org Phone: 828.293.5202

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Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution.

The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at

http://www.naces.org/members.htm. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.