Assistant Cook (37.5 Hour)

Assistant Cook (37.5 Hour)

Office/On-site

Recruitment # 260522-2220TC-001

Location Rocky Hill, CT

Date Opened 5/28/2026 12:00:00 AM

Salary $42,244* - $52,788/year (*New state employees start at the minimum)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 6/8/2026 11:59:00 PM

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• Introduction

Looking for a stable kitchen role where your work makes a real difference?

Join our team and help provide essential meals and care to Connecticut Veterans.

The State of Connecticut ( Department of Veterans Affairs ( DVA ( ) is seeking an Assistant Cook ( to help run our kitchen operations. In this role, you will focus on simple food preparation and keeping the patient tray line moving efficiently. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for steady, predictable hours in a supportive environment.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Department: Food Service

• Location: Rocky Hill, CT

• Work Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

• Work Schedule: Sunday & Wednesday (6:00 AM - 2:00 PM), Thursday, Friday, & Saturday (11:00 AM - 7:00 PM), with Monday & Tuesday off.

• Note: This position is eligible for a weekend differential

WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT:

• Explore our comprehensive State Employee Benefits Overview ( to see what we offer

• Enjoy endless opportunities for professional growth and development

• Embrace a healthy work/life balance tailored to all employees

AS A DVA ASSISTANT COOK, YOU WILL:

• Participate in the tray line service, ensuring timely and accurate meal assembly for patients and residents with varying dietary requirements

• Contribute to a welcoming dining experience by preparing and plating meals for Veterans in the dining hall and assisting with meal delivery to the healthcare center

• Assist in ensuring hot and cold foods are stored and served at appropriate temperatures

• Work side-by-side with your team to support all aspects of food service and ensure a smooth and efficient food service

• Adhere to all kitchen protocols, including food safety, sanitation, and dietary compliance

• Perform related duties ( as required

MORE ABOUT US:

For over 140 years the State of Connecticut DVA has been caring for its Veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in "serving those who have served." Our Rocky Hill campus includes residential facilities and the Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center ( . As a member of our food service team, you will be providing meals to Veterans in both supportive living and long-term care settings.

SERVING VETERANS STARTS HERE - SEE OUR TEAM IN ACTION!

" Working in the Food Service department at the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Our team is dedicated to upholding the DVA motto, 'Serving Those Who Served,' by providing high-quality, nutritious meals that offer both comfort and care. We aim to create a welcoming and supportive environment where our veterans feel honored and appreciated. The dedication and passion of our food service staff are evident in every meal, and it's an honor to contribute to the well-being of those who have served our country."

Kelsey Postl | Director of Food Services

Connecticut Veterans Affairs

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 ( , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing View email address on jobs.institutedata.com.

• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at

QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Alyssa Hovanec at Alyssa.Hovanec (View email address on jobs.institutedata.com) @ct.gov .

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

This class is accountable for performing a full range of basic tasks in the preparation and cooking of food.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs a variety of basic tasks in preparing soups, salads, meats, vegetables, desserts, beverages, nourishments, etc.;

• Cleans, washes, polishes pots, pans, dishes, silverware, kitchen equipment, floors, walls, etc.;

• Operates kitchen machines and equipment;

• Assists with the receiving and storage of food;

• May participate in serving food and packing food for delivery;

• May receive training in the preparation of food on a large scale;

• May prepare food in the absence of the cook;

• May assist in the preparation of production records;

• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Knowledge of

• simple food preparation;

• liquid and dry weights and measures;

• Skills

• interpersonal skills;

• oral and written communication skills;

• Ability to follow instructions and learn routines;

• Mathematical ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience providing customer service

• Experience working in a large-scale institutional setting

• Experience with food safety standards

• Experience using basic kitchen equipment (knives, peelers, mixers, kettles, and flattops)

• Experience with food preparation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.

• Incumbents must be free from communicable diseases.

• A physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights; may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment and utensils used in the kitchen and from patients/clients.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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