Food Service Worker

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health services is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to join their team in Salem, Oregon. In this full-time position, you will engage in various food service activities, ensuring that dietary requirements are met for clients in a supportive environment. You will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean and efficient dining area while adhering to nutritional guidelines. This role offers a chance to be part of a mission-driven team committed to promoting health equity and improving community outcomes. If you are passionate about food service and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental Benefits

Paid Leave Days

Pension and Retirement Plans

Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunities

Continuous Growth and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a Food Handlers Certification within 30 days of appointment.
• Six months of experience in customer or food service.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of food service activities in state institutions.
• Ensure dietary needs of clients are met and monitor dietary orders.

Skills

Food Service Experience

Customer Service Skills

Ability to Follow Instructions

Education

Food Handlers Certification

Job description

Initial Posting Date:

05/04/2025

Application Deadline:

05/31/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$3,705.00-$4,499.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Food Service Worker

Job Description:

This is a full-time, permanent, classified position which is represented by a union. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies.

What will you do?
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Oregon State Hospital(OSH), Food Service program in Salem, Oregon has a fantastic career opportunity for a Food Service Worker. The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of food service activities in state youth or adult institution. Service activities include setting-up condiments and panning food, food portioning, preparing food trays, serving on food lines, clearing, and cleaning dining and serving areas, putting away stock and kitchenettes, and washing dishes, pots, and pans in a volume dining or food service facility.

Employees ensure the various dietary needs of clients, patients, students, and inmates are met to adhere to specific nutritional requirements and dietary needs. Employees monitor and review prescribed dietary orders. Follows portion control guidelines.

What's in it for you? The Oregon State Hospital is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.

• We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefit packages for you and your qualified family members with minimal out-of-pocket costs (member cost share is as low as 1% - 5%). Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
• Paid Leave Days:
  • 11 paid holidays each year.
  • 3 additional paid personal business days each year.
  • 8 hours of paid sick leave accrued each month.
  • 8 hours of vacation leave accrued each month with increases every 5 years.
• Pension and Retirement plans. After six months of service, you may qualify for the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). New employees may be enrolled in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Student Loan Forgiveness; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity. The PSLF program may forgive student loan balances after you’ve made the equivalent of 120 qualifying monthly payments.
• Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• Click here to learn more and access a summary of State of Oregon benefits.

The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:

• Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
• Becoming an anti-racist organization
• Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
• Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.

Special Qualifications

• Must have a Food Handlers Certification within 30 days of appointment OR completion of the Marion County Advanced Food Management Principles and Concepts Training, including HACCP Certification, at the time of appointment. Must always be current & certified in safe hood handling certifications.
• Valid Oregon Driver’s license.

Minimum Qualifications:

Six months of experience in customer or food service.

Desired Attributes:

• Must be able to speak, write, understand, and follow written & verbal instructions in English
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Able to work during inclement weather
• Effectively operate standard food service equipment

Working Conditions:

• Standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, and lifting (50 lbs.)
• Exposure to extreme temperature variations and high humidity
• Work safely in noisy, wet, slippery floor work areas

May be required to work hours that are subject to change with little notice and may be required to work hours that exceed the regular schedule. i.e., a double shift or different shift in addition to your regular schedule.

Directions to Apply:

Please fill out the online application and submit a resume.

• External Applicants: Click the “Apply” button and submit your application. Click this link for the External Candidate job aid, and view this video for additional information.
• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply through your employee Workday account. View this job aid for assistance.

Resources:

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• Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
  • Oregon Health Authority Website
  • Mission, Vision and Core Values
  • Programs and Divisions
• Career Resources
  • State of Oregon Career Resources Page
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  • Ace the Interview
  • Search for State of Oregon jobs
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Additional Information:

• Visa Sponsorships: Oregon Health Authority (OHA) does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. OHA is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
• Pay Scale: Upon receiving a salary offer, we will conduct a pay equity assessment using the information provided in your application to determine your salary placement upon hire. To ensure a comprehensive evaluation, please make certain your application materials are up-to-date and thorough. Include relevant details such as your work history, education, volunteer work, lived experiences, and any other pertinent information related to the position you are applying for. Please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage to learn more.
• Background Check: If you are offered employment, your offer will be contingent upon the positive outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check, and driving records check. The information will be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
• Pre-employment Drug Test: Candidates who are offered employment at the Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana due to the use of federal funds).
• Veterans: If you are a veteran, you may receive veterans’ preference points. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, you will receive a notice in your Workday inbox and will be required to provide your documents at that time. Veterans | Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs: 1-800-692-9666
• This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.

Questions?

If you have questions or would like assistance, including an accommodation request under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Tiffany Gregg, HR Analyst, at [e-mail] or text/call 503-716-7772. TTY users, please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. For technical support, please call toll-free 1-855-524-5627, for customer service assistance.

Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Pay Equity:

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. To learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values, click here.

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.