COOK ; UMP

Overview

Job Requisition : 53048

Opening Date: 01/29/2026
Closing Date: 02/11/2026
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class

Title:

COOK I - 09601
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $3,879 - $5,216 per month ($46,548 - $62,592 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC009 Institutional Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

This position is located at the Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center in Springfield, Illinois. It is a Cook I role responsible for preparing and cooking on a quantity scale for individuals and staff of the McFarland Mental Health Center. Batch cooking is performed according to policies and procedures.

• Prepares and cooks on a quantity scale for individuals and staff of the Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center.
• Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixing machines, steam cookers, toasters, food choppers, bake ovens and steam kettles.
• Assists in the inspection of the kitchen to verify supplies and needed food are available.
• Cleans equipment and work area to maintain sanitation, safety and conditions.
• Serves as back-up for the food service line with food/batch cook required items.
• Completes all Department of Human Services (DHS) and Capitol Region Mental Health Center (CRMHC) mandatory training requirements.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the duties listed above.

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school and six (6) months of cooking experience providing working knowledge of food preparation and cooking methods on a large scale.

* Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated education and experience requirements for this class.

• Requires the ability to obtain a valid Food Service Sanitation Certificate issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health or a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification within 30 days of employment.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

* All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

See shift below: (1 vacancy) 5:00am-1:00pm, 10:00am-6:00pm, 30 minute unpaid lunch, Dietary Department

Week 1 — Sun 5:00am-1:00pm, Mon Off, Tue 5:00am-1:00pm, Wed 5:00am-1:00pm, Thu 10:00am-6:00pm, Fri 5:00am-1:00pm, Sat off

Week 2 — Sun off, Mon 10:00am-6:00pm, Tue 5:00am-1:00pm, Wed 5:00am-1:00pm, Thu 5:00am-1:00pm, Fri 5:00am-1:00pm, Sat off

Week 3 — Sun off, Mon 5:00am-1:00pm, Tue 5:00am-1:00pm, Wed 5:00am-1:00pm, Thu off, Fri 5:00am-1:00pm, Sat 5:00am-1:00pm

Headquarter

Location:

901 E Southwind Rd, Springfield, IL

Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery
Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center
Dietary Department
Work County: Sangamon

Agency Contact: DHS Hiring Unit (email only for inquiries)

Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support;
Social Services

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois with a mission to help people lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Benefits include pension, health, dental, vision, paid leave, and other programs. A full list of benefits is available by following the agency benefits information.

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General program information can be found via the Upward Mobility Program resources. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and upload required documents prior to submission.