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THE POSITION

If you have a passion for food, love interacting with people, and are seeking a part-time career opportunity, this could be the perfect fit for you! The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Soldiers' and Sailors' Home, is looking for an energetic and enthusiastic individual to join our talented dietary services team as a part-time Food Service Worker. You will receive ongoing training to keep your skills current in food preparation techniques, sanitation practices, and food service regulations. If you enjoy working with food and want to showcase your culinary talents while serving those who have served our country, this position is for you!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Food Service Workers perform routine work in the preparation of meals and sanitation of food preparation and serving areas at the Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Veterans Home. Your responsibilities encompass cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, dishes, pots, pans, work surfaces, and other kitchen items. Additionally, you will be responsible for preparing trays, measuring portions, serving food, and transporting trays, carts, and nourishment. This role also involves operating various kitchen equipment, such as mixers, dicers, slicers, knives, and grinders.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Part-time employment, 8.0 hours per day, 40 hours biweekly

• Work hours are 1st shift (5:30 AM to 1:30 PM), with a 30-minute lunch.

• Hourly Rate: In some cases, the hourly rate may be non-negotiable.

• 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):

• Previous food service worker experience

• Willingness to work in Erie, Erie County, Pennsylvania

• Willingness to work part-time

• Willingness to work 5:30 AM to 1:30 PM

• Food service experience in an assisted living facility, nursing home, hospital, restaurant, or other food service operation

• 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

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.

In accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants.

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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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 visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

• Eligibility rules apply.

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You will receive further communication regarding this position, to include scheduling interviews, non-selection, etc., via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Have you read and understand the above statement?

• Yes

• No

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Preferred Qualification: Do you possess experience as a food service worker?

• Yes

• No

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Preferred Qualification- This position is in Erie, Erie County, Pennsylvania. Are you willing and able to work in Erie, PA?

• Yes

• No

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Preferred Qualification- This is a part-time position. Are you willing and able to work a part-time schedule?

• Yes

• No

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Preferred Qualification- The work hours for this job are 5:30 AM- 1:30 PM. Are you able to work this schedule?

• Yes

• No

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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?

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1-less than 2 years

• 2-less than 3 years

• 3+ years

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Preferred Qualification- 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.)

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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?

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1-less than 2 years

• 2-less than 3 years

• 3+ years

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Preferred Qualification- How many years of work experience do you have with food safety and sanitation in a dietary department?

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1-less than 2 years

• 2-less than 3 years

• 3+ years

Required Question

Agency Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website http://www.employment.pa.gov