Food Service Worker II (Cottage Cafe)

State of Utah; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

In-Office / On-Site

Job summary

State of Utah in American Fork, UT, is seeking a full-time food service worker to join the Cottage Café on-site. You will prepare meals, ensure safety and sanitation, and support residents and staff in a structured institutional setting.

Applicants must hold a Utah County Food Handler's permit, have at least one year in the food industry, and be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. The role offers a full benefits package and a daytime Mon-Fri schedule.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Utah County Food Handler's permit.
• At least 1 year of experience in the food industry.
• Experience working with intellectually disabled individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and serving food without waste and to meet budgetary and quality standards.
• Meet health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Provide training and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who work and eat in the Cottage Café.
• Serve customers at the front counter and operate cashier duties.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and proper storage of leftovers.
• Assist with inventory management and supply distribution.
• Sanitize areas and equipment and maintain cleanliness.
• Maintain exemplary customer service and work habits.

Skills

Food safety

Customer service

Lifts 50 lbs

Teamwork

Education

Utah County Food Handler's permit

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $15.28 - $21.56 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Application Deadline – 11/4/2026*

Schedule: Monday-Friday; 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, subject to change per agency needs, Saturday/Sunday off.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and serving food without waste and to meet budgetary and quality assurance expectations.
• Meeting required Federal, State, and County Health Department food service regulations and OSHA standards of health, safety and sanitation.
• Providing training and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who work and eat in the Cottage Café.
• Serving customers at the front counter by taking orders and running the cash register.
• Ensures that food is maintained at appropriate temperatures. Covers and stores leftover food, records serving temperatures and leftover quantities.
• Destroys or disposes of outdated, sensitive documents, blank warrants, expired food stamps, etc., in a manner appropriate for the sensitivity.
• Cooks, bakes, or serves regular and/or special meals to clients and/or staff.
• Coordinates an inventory management system to effectively control and distribute supplies and equipment.
• Cleans, sterilizes and or disinfects areas and/or equipment.
• Maintaining excellent customer service skills.
• Maintain exemplary work habits.

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• A current Utah County Food Handlers permit and maintain certification.
• One or more years of prior work experience in the food industry.
• Prior experience working with the intellectually disabled.
• This position requires you to be able to lift up to 50 pounds or 1/4 of your body weight, whichever is less with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Or Trainable/on-the-job Qualifications

• Ability to prepare food.
• Distribute food using appropriate food handling and sanitation techniques.
• Principles, theories and practices of food safety and public health protection.
• Maintain inventory; track receipt, sending and delivery of materials.
• Principles, theories, and practices inventory control.
• Use cleaning agents, products and equipment.
• Deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Requires possession of a current Utah County food handler's permit.
• Ability to observe details at close range and at a distance.
• Ability to observe physical conditions, behavior or surroundings for potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity.
• Ability to hear sounds that may indicate potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity.Ability to verbally communicate safety concerns to others.

About The Role

Incumbents prepare regular and special meals for clients and staff in an institutional setting. Incumbent must have a Food Handler's permit.

Location

895 N 900 E

American Fork, Utah, 84003

United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture.

Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The mission of the Utah State Developmental Center is to serve as "a statewide resource center for people with disabilities while promoting opportunity through choice and outcome based support." This will be accomplished by providing critical services, support and resources for the intellectually disabled individuals that reside at our facility.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].