COOK II; Food Preparation Job Jessup Maryland USA,Hospitality / Hotel / Catering

COOK II
Recruitment #
DepartmentMDH Deer's Head Center
Date Opened: 4/1/2026 11:59:00 PM
Filing Deadline: 7/14/2026 11:59:00 PM
Salary: $40,369.00 - $50,956.00/year, with potential growth to $61,905.00/year

Employment Type
Full-Time
HR Analyst Clacie Hubbard
Work Location Wicomico

GRADE
ASTD8

LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH, Deer's Head Hospital Center, Jessup, MD
Main Purpose of Job
This position is responsible for the preparing attractive, good tasting food through the utilization of a variety of cooking methods for the patients, residents and employees of Deer’s Head Hospital Center and Coastal Hospice. This position also provides proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and the department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: None.
Experience: Three years of experience in food preparation at a public or governmental establishment, such as a restaurant, hospital or comparable institution involving the cooking of meats and vegetables and the preparation of salads and beverages.

Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute graduation from an accredited vocational/technical high school with a major in food service or a related field for up to two years of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Culinary classifications or Food Services specialty codes in the Equipment Services and Facilities field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.

Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to . Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at .
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at or Application.

Help.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: or MD TTY Relay Service
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

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