Food Service Assistant - Ware Washer

NCdotGov; North Carolina; On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health services is seeking dedicated Food Service Assistants to join their team. This role involves ensuring cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, as well as serving food efficiently. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge of food service practices and the ability to perform physical tasks while maintaining high standards of cleanliness. The organization is committed to improving the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, creating a rewarding work environment where every team member can make a difference. If you are passionate about service and making a positive impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance Options

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Ability to learn cleaning and food service procedures.
• Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensures established sanitation and food handling procedures are followed.
• May serve as Lead Worker over subordinate personnel.

Skills

Cleaning Procedures

Food Service Knowledge

Physical Labor

Interpersonal Skills

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Food Service Certification

Job description

As of January 1, 2025, the new salary range will be $31,200-$46,991.00.
This posting is for multiple positions.

The Food Service Assistant will function as a Ware Washer in the main kitchen, ensuring items used in cooking and dining are clean and sanitized for safe food consumption.

Job Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of general cleaning;
• Knowledge of serving food on a tray line;
• Ensures established sanitation and food handling procedures are followed;
• Ability to meet productivity standards when completing tasks;
• May serve as Lead Worker over subordinate personnel in non-skilled food service activities.

Work Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (every other weekend off)

About the Department of Health and Human Services / Caswell Developmental Center:

The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. In collaboration with its partners, it is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians.

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. Please click on the following link https://vimeo.com/185000006 to experience how Caring is Contagious at Caswell Developmental Center.

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they clearly possess all of the following:

• Ability to learn cleaning and food service procedures;
• Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor for extended periods of time;
• Ability to maintain high standards of personal cleanliness and food sanitation;
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships;
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Ability to keep routine records.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience”. If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Education and/or experience in food service that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade.

Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

The DHHS Division of Human Resources (DHR) follows the State Human Resources Employment of Relatives Policy. Applicants who have relatives or people living in the same household, will not be considered for job vacancies in the DHR at those locations. For a complete definition of immediate family member, please see the State Human Resources Workforce Planning, Recruitment and Selection Policy, Section 2, Page 38.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled.

For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with, via email only, for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at [phone].

Compensation & Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits.