Food Service Worker 1 - Wernersville State Hospital

If you enjoy working with food and want to use your skills to make a positive impact on the lives of some of Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens, then this position is perfect for you! The Department of Human Services is seeking Food Service Workers to join our Dietary Team at Wernersville State Hospital. In this role, you will play an important part in meal preparation and service, helping to create a safe, clean, and inviting environment for our consumers. Apply today and become a key ingredient in our commitment to consumer wellness!

As a Food Service Worker, you have a crucial role in ensuring that all food items are prepared and served in a safe and sanitary manner. You will follow hospital and departmental guidelines, as well as adhere to relevant health and sanitation standards. Your responsibilities will include sanitizing equipment, utensils, dishes, and kitchen surfaces, in addition to operating various kitchen equipment, such as mixers, slicers, and grinders. Furthermore, you will be responsible for preparing food, measuring portions, serving meals, and transporting trays and carts.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 2 paid 15 minute breaks.
  • Occasional weekends as required
• Overtime as operationally necessary
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $37,660.00 (before taxes).
• FREE parking!
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint 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.

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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.