ISFS05-2024-00484-Food Service Specialist-Lander

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ISFS05-2024-00484-Food Service Specialist-Lander

Salary

$18.56 - $20.62 Hourly

Location

Lander, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2024-00484

Department

048-Behavioral Health Division - Wyoming Life Resource Center

Opening Date

03/26/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Description and Functions



Open Until Filled


GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 


If you’re excited to work in an atmosphere that makes a difference in the lives of others, brings meaning and purpose to our residents, and has outstanding benefits, you have found the right place! Come join our team!

We offer an excellent State of Wyoming benefits package and the ability to make a difference in the lives of others while working in the Nutrition Center at the Wyoming Life Resource Center in Lander, Wyoming.  


Human Resource Contact:  Tammy / 307-335-6784 / tammalee.keysaw1@wyo.gov


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  
The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.


  • Prepare hot and cold foods according to menus, recipes, and production sheets. 
  • Prepare special texture and therapeutic modified foods according to written diet orders and menus. 
  • Serve and distribute food in resident living and work areas. Drive food delivery truck to deliver meals across campus. 
  • Ensure food safety in food preparation, serving, and storage. 
  • Stock and monitor food supplies and expiration dates. 
  • Answer phones and communicate information to ensure production flow and excellent customer service. 
  • Clean work area, including pot/pan, dish machine, ovens, grills, etc. 
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications


KNOWLEDGE:


  • Ability to prepare large quantities of food using recipes and in accordance with food safety regulations. 
  • Ability to work in all areas of a large food service kitchen, including baking, produce and hot food preparation, special texture, therapeutic diet preparation, cafeteria service, and food truck delivery. 
  • Ability to stock and rotate inventory and monitor expiration dates meticulously. 
  • Skills in communication and the ability to effectively communicate production concerns to supervisors. 
  • Ability to work cooperatively with coworkers, residents, and staff. 
  • Ability to work with and around WLRC residents, including those who may display challenging behaviors.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 
Education & Experience Substitution:
2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Food Services Assistant

OR 

Education:
Associate's Degree (typically in Culinary Arts)
 
Experience:
0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Food Services Assistant
 
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None

Necessary Special Requirements


PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:


  • Must be able to lift heavy items, and carry heavy items up and down ladders/stairs. 
  • Tolerate cold temperatures in walk-in freezers. 
  • Stand for a full shift. 
  • Physically utilize industrial-size kitchen equipment. 
  • This position requires a valid Driver's License to drive a food delivery truck. 
  • In a large food service kitchen, general walking, twisting, bending, kneeling, and lifting would be expected.


NOTES:


  • FLSA: Non-Exempt
  • All new hires or rehires starting in a non-exempt position on or after January 1, 2018, are required to be paid hourly.
  • 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. 
  • Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing may be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing may be conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists. 
  • The Wyoming Life Resource Center participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
  • The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a state retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, and longevity pay. 

Supplemental Information


048-Department of Health - Behavioral Health Division - Wyoming Life Resource Center

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

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.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

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01
(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
  • High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
  • Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
  • Associate's Degree
  • Associate's Degree and additional coursework
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
  • Master's Degree
  • Master's Degree and additional coursework
  • Doctorate Degree
  • Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
  • None of the Above
02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
  • 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
  • 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
  • 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
  • 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
  • 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
  • N/A
03
(ISFS05) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Food Services? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, Food Services or Food preparation, any full time experience as a cook)
  • No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
  • Less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
  • Two (2) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
  • Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.
04
(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
05
(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
  • Goverment jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Wyoming Workforce Center
  • Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
  • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
  • Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
  • Career Fair
  • Human Resourses Division
  • Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
  • Current State Employee
  • Other
06
(A) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
07
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
08
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
  • Yes
  • No
  • I am not a veteran
09
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
  • Current State Employee
  • Veteran - DD214 Attached
  • Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
  • Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
  • None of the above
10
(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use 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. I have read and understand the above statement.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
State of Wyoming
Address
See Human Resource Contact Information in the
General Description Section for questions RE Post
Statewide, Wyoming, 82002