Food Service Worker - #25-004561-0011

  • State of Maryland
  • Baltimore, Maryland
  • Full Time
Introduction GRADE ASTD7 LOCATION OF POSITION ClinicalServices- Food and Nutritional Services DJS- Cheltenham Youth Detention Center 7300 Calhoun Place Rockville, MD 20855

Main Purpose of Job Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!
The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of the Food Service Worker , so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!
The main purpose of the job is to serve meals, prepare snacks, assist with cleaning and sanitation of the kitchen and dining areas, and on occasion transport meals and serve food at satellite sites for the food production operation. This relates to the agency's mission by serving safe, nutritious meals that promote optimal health for DJS youth.
Some key responsibilities of this position may include, but not be limited, to the following:
Prepare and set up food service lines and steam tables. Clean and sanitize utensils, dishes, pots, pans, appliances, and work areas in the kitchen and cafeteria areas. Prepare vegetables, fruits, beverages, sandwiches, salads, and simple desserts as needed for food production. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: None.

Experience: None.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Thepreferred candidate for this position may possess any of the followingqualifications: Experience in preparing and serving large quantities offood. Experiencewith serving food at luncheons, conferences, and other special events.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland. SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure thatyou provide sufficient information on your completed application to show thatyou meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerningyour qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not considerinformation submitted after this date. Candidates will remain on the certifiedeligible list for a period of one (1) year. The resulting certified eligiblelist from this recruitment may be used to fill similar positions of the sameclassification in this or other State agencies.

EXAMINATION PROCESS The assessment willinvolve a rating of your application based on your education, training, and/orexperience as it relates to the position's requirements. Therefore, it isessential that you provide complete and accurate information on yourapplication. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report allrelevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., youwill be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, asdetermined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire.
Please complete thesupplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when ratingapplications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire mustcorrespond to the information provided on your completed application to receivecredit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact theoverall rating of your completed application.
If you are a Veteranapplying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with yourcompleted application to receive proper credit.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, you may submit acompleted paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via emailor fax to the addresses provided below. If using fax or regular mail, ensureeach page includes your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number (located atthe top of the posting), and the last four digits of your SS#. Paperapplication materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closingdate for the recruitment. Applications received after this time, or those withincorrect forms, will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.
Maryland Department ofJuvenile Services OHR-Recruitment &Examination Unit 217 E. Redwood Street Baltimore, MD 21202 Attn: Nicole Jones, Recruitment #2... Fax number... TTY Users: call viaMaryland Relay
Ifyou are having difficulty with your user account or have general questionsabout the online application system, please contact the Maryland Department ofBudget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at ... or ... .Should additionalinformation regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the MarylandDepartment of Juvenile Services, Recruitment and Examination Unit at ... .Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of thebulletin.
As an equalopportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, andpromoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.
DJS values theexperience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcometo apply for all current recruitments.
Bilingual applicantsand people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.
Candidates with livedexperience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged toapply.

Job ID: 489278763
Originally Posted on: 8/13/2025

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