Job Details

Title: Sous Chef

State Role Title: Food Service Technician III

Hiring Range: $65,000 - $71,000

**12-Month probationary period will restart upon hire for current state employees**

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location: Puller Veterans Center

Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Knowledgeable of food service operations and have the ability to carry out the responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of food safety and food preparation techniques. Experience working as a cook/chef required. Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively with others. Must possess the physical ability to carry-out the duties of the position with reasonable accommodations. Must be able to work required overtime.

Minimum Qualifications

High School graduate or equivalent
Experience working in institutional food preparation or related field
Experience working in skilled-nursing facility a plus
Must have a ServSafe Certification or willing to obtain upon hire

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided with a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "your application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.

For consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online at wwww.jobs.virgnia.gov. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute submittal of the online application. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Please contact Human Resources if you need assistance.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative hiring process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disabilities (COD) provided by the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.

If you need to obtain a Certificate of Disability, use this link:
or call DARS at 800-552-5019

Contact Information

Name: Beth Rinker

Phone: Beth.Rinker@dvs.virginia.gov

Email: Beth.Rinker@dvs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer