Full-Time Food Service Assistant - CNVH in Kearney - Full Time

State of Nebraska; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Service Assistant in Kearney. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage. As a vital part of the kitchen team, you will engage in food preparation, serving, and maintaining sanitation standards. The position requires no specific educational background, making it accessible for entry-level candidates. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will help enhance the dining experience for residents and patients. If you're passionate about food service and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Benefits

Professional Development

Monthly Commuter Bonus

Qualifications

• Ability to follow kitchen safety practices and instructions.
• Knowledge of food sanitation and preparation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine food preparation and serving tasks.
• Assist cooks and maintain kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Sanitation Standards

Communication

Education

No specific education required

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Dishwashing Equipment

Job description

Full-Time Food Service Assistant - CNVH in Kearney - Full Time

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Base pay range

$15.42/hr - $15.43/hr

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Hiring Agency

Veterans Affairs - Agency 28

Location

Kearney, NE

Hiring Rate

$15.422

Job Posting

JR2025-00016079 Full-Time Food Service Assistant - CNVH in Kearney - Full Time (Open)

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Job Description

Full time position working 6:45AM - 3:15 PM with every other weekend and holiday off.

Wage Breakdown: $15.422/hour + $3/hour differential = $18.422/hour

This is a full time position with Health, Dental and Vision benefits available! Commuters living 30+ miles away are eligible for a $200 monthly bonus. Conditions apply.

Performs general routine work in simple food preparation, serving and cleanup tasks. Work assignments are clearly defined and performed under established work procedures and policies.

Employee may provide training to new employees in this class or explain work processes but would not be assigned work leader responsibilities such as assigning and monitoring work. There are no specific education or experience requirements.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (A position may not be assigned all the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all the duties that may be assigned.) Sets tables with tablecloth, dishes, glasses, and silverware. Fills sugar, salt and pepper shakers, water glasses and coffee cups. Prepares vegetables and fruits for salads, makes sandwiches, performs grill and deep fat fryer cooking for short orders. Assists Food Service Workers (Cooks) in preparing a variety of foods. Sets tables with tablecloth, dishes, glasses, and silverware. Fills sugar, salt and pepper shakers, and water glasses and coffee cups. Arranges and serves food at the service counter. Stocks serving lines with silverware, trays, napkins, glasses and cups. Serves as cashier. Operates automatic dishwashing equipment and ensures that dishes and utensils meet facility standards for sanitation. Cleans kitchen equipment and walls; sweeps, mops, vacuums kitchen and/or dining area floors; cleans dining area walls, chairs, tables, and serving areas.

Clears tables, cleans carts, and prepares dishes for dishwashing machines.

Delivers food carts to outlying areas.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

Knowledge of personal hygiene, basic kitchen equipment supplies and utensils; basic foodstuffs such as fruits, vegetables, bakery goods, meats and poultry; food preparation procedures for salads, sandwiches, short order items and other routinely prepared foods; facility standards and procedures for the cleaning of dishes, utensils, equipment and facilities; food sanitation and food preparation schedules.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: There are no specific education or experience requirements.

Ability to: understand and follow facility kitchen and dining room safety practice; safely use knives and handle hot equipment or utensils; follow instructions; tolerate high temperature and high humidity; communicate effectively with facility residents, patients or members; bend, stoop, lift and carry food items ; stand on feet for long periods of time.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Restaurants

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