Food Service Worker 1 - South Mountain Restoration Center



Food Service Worker 1 - South Mountain Restoration Center

Salary

$34,384.00 - $45,692.00 Annually

Location

Franklin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2023-46687

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS So Mtn Rstrtn

Opening Date

05/04/2023

Closing Date

6/2/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

81010

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

N1

Pay Group

ST02

Bureau / Division Code

00210882

Bureau / Division

Department of Human Services/South Mountain Restoration Center

Worksite Address

10058 South Mountain Road

City

South Mountain Road, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17261

Contact Name

Judy Stine

Contact Email

jstine@pa.gov

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2023-46687 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM MARCH 9, 2023 TO MARCH 23, 2023.  PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

Situated in the beautiful mountains near Michaux State Forest, South Mountain Restoration Center, a Long-Term Care Skilled Nursing Home Facility operated by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking hard-working, dependable Food Service Workers to be a part of our Dietary Team!   

If you have interest in this type of work, we'd love to talk to you.  Apply today! 


DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Food Service Worker 1, your primary responsibilities include portioning and assembling residents' meal trays and nourishments to provide nutritional support to our residents in a clean and sanitary manner. 

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information: 

  • Full-time employment.
  • Work hours are 10:30 am to 7:00 pm, with a 30-minute flex lunch break. 
    • Rotating on and off duty days, including weekends and holidays.
  • Overtime: As needed. 
  • May change based on operational needs.
  • Multiple positions may be filled. 
  • FREE PARKING!
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
  • 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
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • There are no minimum experience and training requirements for this job title.
Additional Requirement: 
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required): 
  • Willing and able to work in Franklin County, Pennsylvania.
  • Food service experience.
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation requirements in a dietary department/food service operation.
  • Experience in cleaning washing, peeling, slicing and dicing vegetables; using kitchen equipment such as VCM/food processor/table top chopper/garbage disposal; chopping, dicing and slicing meats, poultry, fish and cheeses; grilling, steaming, and heating simple foods such as eggs, sandwiches and hamburgers; preparing sandwiches, assembling salads and serving portions including desserts; preparing and serving hot or cold beverages; cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, dishes, pots, pans, work surfaces and other kitchen items; assisting in loading and unloading food delivery trucks; transporting food and supplies to and from freezers, refrigerators and storeroom.
  • Food service experience in an assisted living/long term care facility; correctional facility; hospital; nursing home/long term care facility; fast food; family or small chain restaurant; large chain restaurant; cafeteria; school lunch program; selective menu; food cart set-up; reading meal/tray tickets or tags; tray assembly/working on a tray line; operating commercial kitchen equipment; interaction with patients/residents/customers while serving food/cleaning in a dining room.
Legal Requirements: 
  • A conditional offer of employment will require a 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 dateLate 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.  
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. 

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*


Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. 

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* 

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01
Preferred qualification-This position is in South Mountain, Franklin County, PA. Are you willing and able to work in Franklin County, PA?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Preferred qualification-How many years of food service experience do you have?
  • 2 years or more
  • 1 but less than 2 years
  • Less than 1 year
  • None
03
Preferred qualification-Do you have knowledge of food safety and sanitation requirements in a dietary department/food service operation?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Preferred qualification-Do you have experience in any of the following tasks? (Please check all that apply.)
  • Cleaning washing, peeling, slicing and dicing, vegetables
  • Using kitchen equipment such as VCM/Food Processor/Table Top Chopper/Garbage Disposal
  • Chopping, dicing and slicing meats, poultry, fish, and cheeses
  • Grilling, steaming, and heating simple foods such as eggs, sandwiches, and hamburgers
  • Preparing sandwiches, assembling salads and serving portions including desserts
  • Preparing and serving hot or cold beverages
  • Cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, dishes, pots, pans, work surfaces, and other kitchen items
  • Assisting in loading and unloading food delivery trucks
  • Transporting food and supplies to and from freezers, refrigerators, and storeroom
  • None
05
Preferred qualification-Do you have food service experience in any of the following areas or settings? (Please check all that apply.)
  • Assisted living/long term care facility
  • Correctional facility
  • Hospital
  • Nursing home/long term care facility
  • Fast food
  • Family or small chain restaurant
  • Large chain restaurant
  • Cafeteria
  • School lunch program
  • Selective menu
  • Food cart set-up
  • Reading meal/tray tickets or tags
  • Tray assembly/working on a tray line
  • Operating commercial kitchen equipment
  • Interaction with patients/residents/customers while serving food/cleaning in a dining room
  • None

Required Question

Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120