DSHS YVS Food Service Worker

State of Washington; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an on-call Food Service Worker at Yakima Valley School. This role involves preparing and serving meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and supporting food service operations in a nurturing environment for individuals with developmental disabilities. Flexibility for various shifts is required, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Evening and night shift differential

Premium pay for consistent on-site work

Qualifications

• Knowledge of kitchen operations and sanitation practices.
• Ability to learn food preparation routines.
• Follow instructions and directions from supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Transport food and supplies between kitchens and dining areas.
• Prepare and serve meals including special diets.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen areas.

Skills

Knowledge of kitchen operations

Personal hygiene compliance

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Food Handler's Card

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DSHS YVS - Food Service Worker (On-Call)

Are you passionate about food service and eager to make a difference in a dynamic environment? DSHS is offering a rewarding on-call opportunity for a

Description

DSHS YVS - Food Service Worker (On-Call)

Are you passionate about food service and eager to make a difference in a dynamic environment? DSHS is offering a rewarding on-call opportunity for a Food Service Worker at Yakima Valley School in Selah, WA. In this role, you'll contribute to a large-scale food service operation by preparing and serving meals, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting kitchen efficiency. This on-call position offers flexible hours that vary based on facility needs and may require availability for emergencies or unexpected staffing shortages. Because Yakima Valley School operates 24/7, shifts may include weekends or holidays depending on scheduling.

Some Of What You'll Do

• Transport food, supplies, and equipment between kitchens, dining areas, storerooms, and refrigerators.
• Assemble salads, sandwiches, and desserts according to established recipes and standards.
• Prepare and serve special modified diets in accordance with dietary requirements.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and utensils, ensuring cleanliness and hygiene.
• Clean kitchen areas by scrubbing surfaces, mopping floors, and emptying trash.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment, including coffee makers, toasters, mixers, and dishwashers.
  
  

About Yakima Valley School

Yakima Valley School in Selah, WA, is a certified nursing facility providing individualized care and support for people with developmental disabilities. Residents enjoy a safe, home-like environment with access to medical, therapeutic, and recreational services. The campus features comfortable cottages, scenic grounds, and a variety of programs that promote independence and community involvement. The school also offers respite care and crisis stabilization services for individuals and families in need.

What We Are Looking For

• Knowledge of kitchen and dining room operations, personal hygiene, sanitation, and housekeeping practices, including the use of standard kitchen appliances and utensils.
• Ability to learn food preparation and serving routines, including therapeutic dietary orders, recipes, and menus.
• Follow instructions and directions given by supervisors and lead workers effectively.
  
  

Who should apply?

• Professionals with a food handler's card or the ability to obtain one within one day of employment
• To obtain a Washington State Food Worker Card by start date click here.
  
  

Additional Information

• Evening and night shifts come with an additional shift differential on top of the standard compensation rate.
• Employees who work on-site at this location for at least three days a week may be eligible for an extra 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
  
  

Interested?

Along With Your Application, Please Include

• An updated resume
• Three professional references with contact information
  
  

Questions?

Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Ricky Luna at [e-mail] and reference job number #03164.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. 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 job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at [phone]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read About Our Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022

01

Do you have a current Washington State Food Worker Card OR have the ability to obtain a Food Worker card?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

This is an on-call position, meaning work hours and days may vary based on facility needs. You may be required to respond to emergencies or unexpected staffing shortages, and shifts may include weekends or holidays. Do you acknowledge and accept these conditions?

• Yes, I understand and accept the on-call nature of this position.
• No, I do not accept these conditions.
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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