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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Food Service Worker 1 in Pennsylvania
Food Service Worker 1
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Food Service Worker 1
Salary
$18.05 Hourly
Location
Blair County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Temporary Part-time
Job Number
N-2026-46872
Department
Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
Division
MV Dietry Hollidaysburg
Opening Date
04/09/2026
Closing Date
4/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
81010
Position Number
00170173
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
N1
Pay Group
ST02
Bureau / Division Code
00134320
Bureau / Division
Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home/Dietary
Worksite Address
138 Veterans Boulevard
City
Duncansville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
16635
Contact Name
Anna Riley and Pam Long
Contact Email
annriley@pa.gov and pamlong@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can directly support the well-being of our nation's heroes? Joining the team at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home allows you to make a tangible difference in the lives of our residents by ensuring they receive the high-quality care and nutrition they deserve. We offer a meaningful workplace culture where your dedication is valued and your contributions directly impact the comfort and quality of life of our veterans. If you are seeking a flexible way to serve, consider this vital temporary part-time role—apply today!
Click here (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dmva/about-dmva) to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.
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 the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00170173) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Temporary, part-time employment (40 hours biweekly)
The following work hours are available, with rotating days off and holidays:
6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
4:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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 in the following tasks:
Cleaning, washing, peeling, slicing, and dicing food items
Using kitchen equipment, such as VCM, food processor, tabletop chopper, or 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 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 willnotbe 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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.
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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
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, eight 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 visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Preferred Qualification: How many years of food service experience do you have in an assisted living facility, nursing home, hospital, restaurant, or other food service operation?
3 years or more
More than 2 but less than 3 years
More than 1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
02
Please list the dates and employers identified in your application where you gained your food service experience in an assisted living facility, nursing home, hospital, restaurant, or other food service operation. (If none, type N/A.)
03
Preferred Qualification: How many years of work experience do you have interacting with patients, residents, or customers while serving food/cleaning in patient/resident rooms or a dining room setting?
3 years or more
More than 2 but less than 3 years
More than 1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
04
Preferred Qualification: How many years of work experience do you have with food safety and sanitation in a dietary department?
3 years or more
More than 2 but less than 3 years
More than 1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
05
Preferred Qualification: Do you have experience in the following tasks? (Please check all that apply.)
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/dining rooms
Transporting food and supplies to and from freezers, refrigerators and storeroom
Selective menu, taking food orders/waitressing/dining room service
Food cart/dining room/serving area set-up
Reading meal/tray tickets or tags
Tray assembly/working on a tray line
Operating commercial kitchen equipment
None
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov