What are the responsibilities and job description for the WDVA Food Service Worker, Part-Time, Permanent, Spokane Veterans Home position at State of Washington Dept. of Veterans Affairs?
Description
Food Service Worker
Part Time - Permanent
Spokane Veterans Home
We are excited to announce an open position and that we are now accepting applications for a Food Service Worker, Part-Time, here at the beautiful Spokane Veterans Home in Spokane, Washington!
- This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules.
- Position(s) at this location will also receive 5% Premium Pay for 24/7 facilities. Employees must physically work at the facility 3 days per workweek to qualify. The 5% Premium Pay is in effect until June 29th, 2025.
Please note: Expected hours will be 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm Friday through Tuesday.
Here at the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), we are passionate about our mission of “Serving Those Who Served.” As a national leader in our advocacy for more than 500,000 veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness. In addition, we provide critical community services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star.
In this position, under the supervision of the Dietary Manager, this role will serve and prepare food in a safe and sanitary manner to ensure the nutritional needs of the residents are being met. Cultivate your culinary career and use your culinary skills to serve America's heroes by applying now!
Duties
Some of what you will be doing:
- Set up and serving steam tables, napkins, utensils, condiments, supplements, desserts and drinks.
- Set up and serve dining areas drinks, food orders and any other needs of resident following prescribed diets and food preferences.
- Clean up bussing tables, sanitizing tables, food carts, washes pots and pans and other related equipment.
- Performs simple cooking such as making toast, boiled eggs, hot cereal, wash peel chop vegetables and fruits, assembles sandwiches, salads, and desserts.
- Operates kitchen appliances such as coffee urn, toaster, mixer, dishwasher and other related work as required.
- General cleaning and sanitation of work areas are done on a continual basis as well as in the areas of food service department, dining rooms, food storage areas, tray assembly area, dish room, freezers, refrigerators, hallways, doors, walls, and all garbage areas including the removal of all garbage and all boxes. Sweeping and mopping floors.
- Taking out garbage. Cleaning and sanitation of food preparation equipment, utensils and dishware using dishwashing machine and approved three sink method and careful handling of equipment to avoid damage.
- Use of equipment to assure cross-contamination does not occur.
- Cleaning of dish room and equipment by following the cleaning list.
- And much more!
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Must have a current Washington State Food Handler's Card.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of safe food handling practices and sanitation standards, good personal hygiene, safety precautions, care and use of kitchen utensils and equipment. Twelve (12) months experience in a food service setting.
Special Requirements:
- Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check prior to beginning services and every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000 Background Checks. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Must comply with annual Tuberculin Screening in accordance with DVA policy 670.000 Tuberculosis Testing.
- Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards. Must be able to wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other personal protection as required by a job or task.
- Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. and be capable of reaching a minimum of 36" using proper technique to stock shelves and access supplies. Employee must also be able to push or pull with sufficient strength and walk, sit, and bend in an unrestricted manner during the entire workday.
- Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
- Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
Supplemental Information
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Application Process:
Top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.
Please include the following documents with your application:
1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.
Other Information:
- This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information, please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.
The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 725-2183. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency, please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov.
