Cook 1

Cook 1 Organization Developmental Disabilities - Warrensville Developmental Center Agency Contact Loyd Smith - View email address on click.appcast.io Unposting Date Jul 6, 2026, 3:59:00 AM Work Location Warrensville Developmental Center 4325 Green Road Highland Hills 44128 Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Highland Hills Compensation $20.05 per hour Schedule Full-time; Work Hours: Varies Union OCSEA Primary Job Skill Food Services Technical Skills Food Services, Food Safety Inspection Professional Skills Teamwork Who Are We? The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life. Ohio is the heart of opportunity, and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive. Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support: Inclusion Partnership Respect What does a Cook 1 do? Operates commercial/standard kitchen equipment to cook foods, mix salads, make desserts, dressings & breads, prepare hot & cold beverages & special menu foods, slice meat & cheese, make sandwiches, assemble fruit plates & relish trays & clean & cut vegetables & meats before cooking & mixing. Sets up food lines. Portions food on serving lines. Sets up trays & carts. Packs food for delivery to dining areas & storage. Cleans work area, equipment & utensils. Why Work for the State of Ohio We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees. The benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation) Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division AND 3 months' training or 3 months' experience in food preparation, sanitation & storage & use of food service equipment in institutional, school or restaurant setting. OR Equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Job Skills: Food Services, Food Safety Inspection, Teamwork Supplemental Information UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposed to varying temperatures (e.g., freezers; hot ovens) & sharp utensils; may work early or rotating shifts &/or weekends; may be exposed to hostile consumers, residents or youths &/or infectious diseases. Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC. The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities. The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment. No additional materials will be accepted after closing date. All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Contact for Reasonable Accommodation To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact Terry Penn at View email address on click.appcast.io ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr