What are the responsibilities and job description for the COOK II(Job Id 53244) position at New Hampshire Veterans Home?
**COOK II(Job Id 53244)**
Location: US:NH:TILTON
Occupation Category: 35-0000 Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Employment Type: FULL-TIME
Post Date: 08/31/2026
Close Date: 11/05/2026
Salary: 15.930-20.800
New Hampshire Veterans Home
139 Winter St, Tilton, NH 03276
COOK II
Position #41697
$15.93 - $20.80
hourly
The New Hampshire Veterans Home has a full-time, 1st shift vacancy for a Cook II.
Proposed Schedule Includes
10:30am - 7:15pm shifts
Varying weekends (additional $2.00/hour)
Make a difference in a Veterans life!
Build a career and a life in the beautiful Lakes Region.
Be part of a team committed to providing the best quality of life for NH Veterans with dignity, honor and respect. Learn more about the NH Veterans Home on our website: Welcome | New Hampshire Veterans Home (nh.gov) and view our Facebook page to see the NHVH team working together.
The Veterans Home is a NH State Agency providing a
total compensation package for full-time employees. See information at the bottom of this posting for details.
Summary
Prepare and cook required foods following state and federal guidelines at the NH Veterans Home.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
Other Information
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience
High school diploma or equivalent credential
License/Certification
None
Other Requirements
Must have a neat and clean appearance and practice personal hygiene and be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority.
Trainee Option
Not applicable
Preferred Qualifications
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Knowledge of the methods, materials and practices of large-scale food preparation, food service and related activities including health hazards in food service and the necessary precautionary measures.
Knowledge of the care and use of food service implements and equipment.
Ability to read and follow recipes and special directions.
Ability to supervise and train staff, including organizing, prioritizing and scheduling work assignments.
Ability to work while standing and under conditions of high temperature and humidity.
After-hire Requirements
None
Career Advancement Opportunities
In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No
Criteria: None
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No
Criteria: None
Disclaimers
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities
DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):
Prepares foods according to amounts needed following approved recipes and menus.
Operates and cleans all food service equipment according to manufacturers recommendations.
Cleans and sanitizes areas of production after each task.
Thoroughly instructs staff on tasks assigned.
Supervises staff in absence of Food Service Director or Assistant Manager.
Explains s mple work procedures, provides general work instruction and assists other food service employees in solving routine work problems.
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Location: US:NH:TILTON
Occupation Category: 35-0000 Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Employment Type: FULL-TIME
Post Date: 08/31/2026
Close Date: 11/05/2026
Salary: 15.930-20.800
New Hampshire Veterans Home
139 Winter St, Tilton, NH 03276
COOK II
Position #41697
$15.93 - $20.80
hourly
The New Hampshire Veterans Home has a full-time, 1st shift vacancy for a Cook II.
Proposed Schedule Includes
10:30am - 7:15pm shifts
Varying weekends (additional $2.00/hour)
Make a difference in a Veterans life!
Build a career and a life in the beautiful Lakes Region.
Be part of a team committed to providing the best quality of life for NH Veterans with dignity, honor and respect. Learn more about the NH Veterans Home on our website: Welcome | New Hampshire Veterans Home (nh.gov) and view our Facebook page to see the NHVH team working together.
The Veterans Home is a NH State Agency providing a
total compensation package for full-time employees. See information at the bottom of this posting for details.
Summary
Prepare and cook required foods following state and federal guidelines at the NH Veterans Home.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
Other Information
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience
High school diploma or equivalent credential
License/Certification
None
Other Requirements
Must have a neat and clean appearance and practice personal hygiene and be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority.
Trainee Option
Not applicable
Preferred Qualifications
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Knowledge of the methods, materials and practices of large-scale food preparation, food service and related activities including health hazards in food service and the necessary precautionary measures.
Knowledge of the care and use of food service implements and equipment.
Ability to read and follow recipes and special directions.
Ability to supervise and train staff, including organizing, prioritizing and scheduling work assignments.
Ability to work while standing and under conditions of high temperature and humidity.
After-hire Requirements
None
Career Advancement Opportunities
In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No
Criteria: None
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No
Criteria: None
Disclaimers
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities
DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):
Prepares foods according to amounts needed following approved recipes and menus.
Operates and cleans all food service equipment according to manufacturers recommendations.
Cleans and sanitizes areas of production after each task.
Thoroughly instructs staff on tasks assigned.
Supervises staff in absence of Food Service Director or Assistant Manager.
Explains s mple work procedures, provides general work instruction and assists other food service employees in solving routine work problems.
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Salary : $16 - $21