This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet), where we proudly serve California’s 1.6 million veterans. We advocate with purpose and passion every day for our state’s veterans and their families and connect them to their earned benefits. We offer a range of services, from our network of award-winning veterans' homes to our innovative home loans program. Additionally, we provide special statewide benefits and veteran outreach services.
CalVet provides our staff with a wide range of fulfilling and enriching growth opportunities in skilled trades, healthcare, administrative and professional fields, and beyond. We actively cultivate an inclusive atmosphere that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life journeys, empowering them to excel and flourish. We enthusiastically welcome your distinctive contributions to our organization and the meaningful work we undertake.
Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage veterans to apply utilizing the state’s Veterans Preference program. Visit our website at www.calvet.ca.gov to learn more about us.
This position is located in the Food Services department of the Veterans Home of California - Lancaster.
Please note: You will need to take and pass an examination for Cook Specialist II and/or Cook Specialist I to establish list eligibility prior to job offer. Please visit https://www.jobs.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Landing/Jobs/Steps.aspx for more information
Monthly application review cut-off periods will be as follows:
July 1, 2024
August 1, 2024
September 1, 2024
This position is subject to the Post and Bid requirements for Bargaining Unit 15
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Working overtime is a requirement of this position.
Employees of CalVet will be required to follow state or county public health guidelines and requirements enacted in accordance with infectious disease prevention and control.