Start your journey towards success! We are currently accepting applications for a Cook at NC National Guard of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety Tarheel Challenge Academy.
This posting is for multiple vacancies: 65034912, 65022252.
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.
This Cook position will assist with maintaining high standards of control for quality food production and service for approximately 150 Cadets, as well as preparing meals that align with Federal Child Nutrition Program guidelines.
Job duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Providing nutritionally adequate meals meeting Federal Child Nutrition Program meal patterns
- Following operational procedures for efficient and effective food production and service
- Assisting with food and supplies requisition as needed
- Checking the cost and quality of items received
- Issuing proper storage for items
- Following Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy procedures for inventorying food, supplies, and equipment
- Maintaining an environment conducive to protecting the health and well-being of the facility's Cadets through high levels of food safety and sanitation standards
- Following federal and state safety and sanitation procedures
- Assisting supervisor with maintaining integrity and accountability of the facility Child Nutrition Program through compliance with all federal and state regulations and Department Child Nutrition policies
- Assisting with maintaining required records (production records)
- Reporting inventories in compliance with federal and state regulations
- Using and caring for all equipment properly
- Communicating positively with facility staff, Cadets, and food service staff
- Assuming responsibilities as designated by the Food Service Supervisor I
This position requires the ability to:
- Inspect incoming fresh vegetables, fruit, and meats to determine that they meet purchase order specifications
- Maintain a high standard of personal cleanliness as well as food sanitation
- Interpret and follow standardized recipes while adhering to planned menus
- Adhere to oral and written instructions
- Plan food for a large number of persons
- Requisition needed food and supply items
Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is NC01. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.
About the NC Dept. of Public Safety (DPS):
The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention, protection, and preparation. DPS is comprised of approximately 6,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 NC National Guard soldiers and airmen. DPS employees help to ensure North Carolina is a safe place to live, work and visit through effective law enforcement, juvenile justice programs, emergency response and recovery and homeland security preparedness.
About the 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.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
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. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Transcripts may be attached to supplement education and work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. 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 substitution for a complete application.]
Management Preferences (Optional): These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.
Management Preferences:
- Experience with serving food in large quantities.
- Experience using various pieces of equipment, including food processors and ovens.
- Experience with safe food handling.