Food Service Worker 2 (Local Government) - Wayne County Area Agency on Aging

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Honesdale, New Orleans (Wayne County, LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in the Dietary Department to make a meaningful impact on the lives of senior community members. As a Food Service Worker 2, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious meals, ensuring food safety, and maintaining high sanitation standards. This full-time position offers a structured schedule, with hours from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday. You will have the opportunity to improve the quality of life for older adults while working in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about food service and community care, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation or service is required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation methods is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and cook food in bulk according to menu specifications.
• Maintain food safety standards and instruct volunteers.

Skills

Food Preparation

Food Safety

Sanitation Methods

Cooking in Bulk

Education

Experience in Food Service

Equivalent Combination of Experience and Training

Job description

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS-2025-23172-L1032). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM APRIL 11, 2025 TO APRIL 24, 2025, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Wayne County Area Agency on Aging is seeking a dedicated and reliable individual to join our Dietary Department. Make a difference in the lives of our senior community members by ensuring they receive hot, nutritious meals. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your knowledge of food safety and preparation to serve your community.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Food Service Worker 2, your responsibilities include preparing ingredients, cooking food in bulk according to menu specifications, following recipes, preparing modified diets, ordering supplies, and maintaining food safety standards. You will also instruct volunteers, package food, operate kitchen equipment, maintain sanitation, participate in tray line activities, and attend training sessions to improve your skills. Our ideal candidate will have knowledge of modern food preparation, service, and sanitation methods. Help improve the quality of life for older adults with your skills!

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment
• Hours: 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
• Telework: This position does not offer telecommuting options
• Work hours may include evenings, weekends, or holidays, and occasional overnight or out-of-county travel for meetings or training
• Salary: Starting salary may be non-negotiable in some cases
• Further communication will be via email. Please check your email regularly, including spam/junk folders.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation or service, or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training

Other Requirements:

• Meet PA residency requirements (see link for details)
• Able to perform essential job functions

Legal Requirements:

• Pass a background investigation
• Pass a drug screening after a conditional offer
• Submit satisfactory criminal history reports, including PA State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI fingerprint clearances, due to Child Protective Services Law

How to Apply

• Provide relevant, detailed experience and education directly on the application; resumes and cover letters are not reviewed
• Submit your application by the closing date; late submissions will not be accepted
• Failure to follow application instructions may disqualify you

Veterans

• Qualified veterans receive employment preference under Pennsylvania law. More info at www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (for hearing and speech disabilities)

If accommodations are needed due to disability, please discuss this with the interviewer in advance. The Commonwealth is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Your score depends on the information provided in your application
• Your score is valid only for this posting
• Only one application/test submission is allowed for this posting
• Results will be sent via email