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Cook 2026-01903
State of Wyoming —Buffalo, WY
- $21.36 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Associate's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Cook 2026-01903

State of Wyoming -
Buffalo, WY

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Job Details

Full-time
$21.36 an hour
4 days ago

Benefits

457(b)
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Recipe adherence
Food preparation for special diets
Food portioning
Food sanitation practices
Long-term care facility experience
Culinary Arts
Refrigerators
Managing kitchen staff
Accommodating special dietary needs
Associate's degree
Medical terminology
Delegation
Communication skills
Food preparation equipment operation
Entry level
Addressing dietary restrictions in food service
Under 1 year
Time management
Time/Temperature control for safety (TCS)

Full Job Description

Salary

$21.36 Hourly

Location

Buffalo, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01903

Department

Department Of Health

Division

Veterans' Home

Opening Date

07/28/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

ISFS05

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Veterans’ Home of Wyoming seeks a qualified individual to fill the position of Food Service Specialist (Cook). This position requires a person to provide a high-quality dining experience by preparing nourishing and appetizing meals for the residents living at our facility.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: wdhaginghr.wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

Working with the Food Services Assistant, this position directs, coordinates, prepares, and supervises food preparation for meals within the guidelines of the
menu, dietary requirements, and the standards of appearance, taste, temperature, and sanitation.
Prepares all religious and medically necessary diets and substitutions as needed.
Directs the portioning and serving of all meals.
Ensures that health guidelines are met in the daily preparation of food.
Observes and records food, refrigerator, and freezer temperatures.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants who have one year of work experience in a long-term care facility.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of preparation of normal and therapeutic diets.
Knowledge of large equipment operations and recipe development.
Knowledge of medical terminology, food safety codes, and techniques.
Knowledge of proper sanitation and nutrition.
Skills in supervision, oral, and written communication.
Skills in time management, working under pressure, and interpersonal relations.
Ability to stoop, stand, bend, reach, and climb a ladder.
Ability to plan, organize, communicate, delegate, and handle multiple tasks.
Ability to be patient, reliable, punctual, and have a positive attitude.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience Substitution:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Food Services Assistant

Education:

Associate's Degree (typically in Culinary Arts)

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Food Services Assistant

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be able to work holidays, evenings, nights, and/or weekends as scheduled.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to handle and work around all types of food, including but not limited to fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, spices, and seasonings

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt
A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant.
For our residents' health and protection, annual influenza vaccination is required, and annual testing for tuberculosis.
Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.
Pre-employment drug testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions (direct patient care positions are considered safety-sensitive). Drug and alcohol testing will be conducted in any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer.

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

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