Food Services Assistant 2026-02112

State of Wyoming; Basin (WY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and eye

Paid vacation & holidays

Retirement and pension plans

Job summary

The State of Wyoming seeks a part-time Food Services Assistant at the Wyoming Retirement Center in Basin, WY. You will assist in daily food prep, help serve meals in a restaurant-style setting, and maintain sanitation in the kitchen and dining areas.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with 0–6 months in food services preferred. This state position offers a comprehensive benefits package and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 0–6 months of progressive work experience in food services preferred.
• Willingness to substitute with 1–2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks and food preparation in the dietary department.
• Serve resident meals restaurant-style in the main dining room.
• Clean and sanitize the kitchen and dining area.
• Operate the commercial dishwasher and wash utensils, pots, and pans.

Skills

Customer service

Food service knowledge

Sanitation practices

Communication with elderly residents

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Retirement Center in Basin, WY, seeks a qualified individual to fill the Food Services Assistant part-time position. This position performs various tasks in the dietary department, including offering a pleasant dining experience for the residents with excellent customer service.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

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Human Resource Contact: [e-mail] or 307-568-3464.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs a variety of routine tasks and food preparation activities in the operation of the food service department.
• Serves resident meals restaurant-style in the main dining room.
• Cleans and sanitizes the kitchen and dining area.
• Operates commercial dishwasher, washes utensils, pots, and pans.

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to those who have a minimum of 6 months of customer service experience.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of food service and kitchens.
• Knowledge of food service equipment operation.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning and sanitation techniques.
• Knowledge of and ability to work at a consistent pace.
• Knowledge of skills and patience in communicating with elderly and disabled residents and possessing a positive attitude.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: 0-6 months of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services)

OR

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work holidays, evenings, and/or weekends as scheduled.
• Be physically active throughout the day (i.e., walking, stooping, bending, lifting).
• Must be able to handle all types of food groups, including, but not limited to, poultry, meat, fish, dairy products, fruits, vegetables, spices, and seasonings.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The position is part-time.
• For the health and protection of our residents, annual Tuberculosis testing is required.
• A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
• The State of Wyoming uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

Visit us online at https://health.wyo.gov/aging/retirementcenter/

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

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