WDVA Food Service Worker (FSW), Part Time-Permanent, Washington Soldiers Home

State of Washington•Pierce County – Orting, WA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for an opportunity to begin your career in state service while directly contributing to the well-being of our Veterans? Apply today for our Food Service Worker (FSW) position at the Washington Soldiers Home in the scenic Orting, Washington! This position is eligible for "Supplement Basic Shift Premium" for 24/7 Facilities. Employees who are assigned to a facility that provides direct care to residents, patients, and/or clients and whose duties are required to be performed on location will receive an additional one dollar ($1.00) per hour of supplemental basic shift premium for each hour of basic shift premium. This shift premium does not apply to overtime hours. The supplemental basic shift premium shall expire on June 29, 2027. 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. The work schedule will be Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday 5:00 AM- 1:00 PM. This position is not eligible for telework. 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 nearly 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. As a Food Service Worker (FSW), you'll be responsible for distributing food in a safe and sanitary manner and ensure the nutritional needs of our residents are met. Cultivate your culinary career and put your customer service skills to work by serving America's heroes!

Requirements

A current, Valid Washington state food worker card.
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English to facilitate effective performance of job duties. This includes sufficient written and verbal communication in English, to facilitate effective performance of essential functions.
The ability to take action to learn and grow.
The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of safe food handling practices and sanitation standards, good personal hygiene, safety precautions, and use of kitchen utensils and equipment.
Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000 Background Checks.
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 learn all current modified/therapeutic diets.
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.
Must maintain a valid Washington state food worker card.
Must maintain regular and reliable attendance and be willing to work as needed.
Must successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in-service, and other required training.
Must become familiar and comply with all DVA policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
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.

Responsibilities

Serve food in the cafeteria or on the serving line following portions specified on serving guides and recipes.
Serve hot and cold foods on the cafeteria line or the serving line using therapeutic diet principles and monitoring food for safe serving temperatures.
Prepare food, clean and sanitize equipment and area, and other assigned duties.
Comply with safe food handling practices.
Perform a variety of food preparation duties following specific sanitation principles and utilizing safe working methods.
Deliver food and equipment to and from assigned areas and kitchen.