Food Service Worker 1 - Wernersville State Hospital

  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • Wernersville, Pennsylvania
  • Full Time
Food Service Worker 1 - Wernersville State Hospital

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Food Service Worker 1 - Wernersville State Hospital

Salary

$37,660.00 - $50,053.00 Annually

Location

Berks County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-28960

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Wernersville St Hosp

Opening Date

07/10/2025

Closing Date

7/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

81010

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

N1

Pay Group

ST02

Bureau / Division Code

00210781

Bureau / Division

Department of Human Services/Wernersville State Hospital

Worksite Address

160 Main Street

City

Wernersville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19565

Contact Name

Talent Management Division

Contact Email

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+ Description

+ Benefits

THE POSITION

If you have a passion for food and enjoy connecting with others, an exciting opportunity is available for you! The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services is looking for a Food Service Worker to join our Dietary Team at Wernersville State Hospital. In this role, you will play a key part in meal preparation and service, helping to create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our guests. If you are dedicated to enhancing the dining experience for those we serve, this position is an excellent fit for you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food items while also carrying out cleaning tasks in line with hospital and departmental guidelines, as well as adhering to relevant health and sanitation standards. Your responsibilities will include sanitizing equipment, utensils, dishes, and kitchen surfaces; preparing food trays, measuring portions, serving meals, and transporting trays and carts; and operating various kitchen equipment such as mixers, slicers, and grinders.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, or 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with 2 paid 15 minute breaks. Rotating weekends and holidays off

+ Overtime as needed

+ Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

+ Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $37,660 (before taxes).

+ FREE PARKING

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Requirements:

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

+ A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

+ You must pass a background investigation.

+ A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know theres more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

Job ID: 484847531
Originally Posted on: 7/11/2025

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