Food Service Worker 1
Food Service Worker 1
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$ 36825 - 48947
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Job Description
THE POSITION
If you are looking for a meaningful job that allows you to give back to those who have served our nation then look no further. The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) Hollidaysburg Veterans Home is searching for individuals who are dedicated and compassionate to join our team and provide food service in our longterm care facility for veterans and their spouses. We value the contributions and sacrifices made by military veterans and are committed to providing them with the highest quality of care and service. With this job opportunity you can make a positive impact on the lives of our nations heroes while utilizing your passion for working with people and food. Join us in creating a fulfilling and supportive environment for those who have bravely served our country.
Watch thisvideo to see how you can make a difference working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team apply today!DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Food Service Worker 1 you will perform routine work in the preparation of meals and sanitation of food preparation and serving areas at the Hollidaysburg Veterans Home. Key duties of the position include cleaning and sanitizing equipment utensils dishes pots pans work surfaces and other kitchen items; preparing trays measuring portions serving food and transporting trays carts and nourishment; using equipment such as mixers dicers slicers knives and grinders. Your attention to detail and adherence to food safety protocols will be vital in providing nutritious and enjoyable meals for our residents.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Fulltime employment 40 hours per week
- Work hours are 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM rotating days off and holidays with a 30minute lunch.
- Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Requirement:- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
- Food service experience in an assisted living facility nursing home hospital restaurant or other food service operation
- Work experience interacting with patients residents or customers while serving food/cleaning in patient/resident rooms or a dining room setting
- Work experience with food safety and sanitation in a dietary department
- Experience cleaning washing peeling slicing and dicing food items; using kitchen equipment such as VCM food processor tabletop chopper garbage disposal; chopping dicing and slicing meats poultry fish and cheeses; heating simple foods such as eggs sandwiches and hamburgers; preparing sandwiches assembling salads and serving portions including desserts; plating and serving meals from hot food cart; cleaning and sanitizing equipment utensils dishes pots pans work surfaces and other kitchen items; transporting and assisting in loading and unloading food delivery trucks from kitchen and dining rooms; transporting food and supplies to and from freezers refrigerators and storeroom; selective menu taking food orders waitressing and dining room service; food cart and dining room serving area set up; reading meal and tray tickets or tags; tray assembly and working on a tray line; operating commercial kitchen equipment
Legal Requirements:
- A conditional offer of employment will requirea medical examination.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
- Under the Act a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including but not limited to PA State Police and FBI clearance.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents will not be reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Employment Type
Full-Time
