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Food Service Worker 1 - Warren State Hospital (1st Shift)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Warren, PAFull-time$38–51K/yrTracked 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$38–51K/yr
Location
Warren, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearance

Job overview

The Food Service Worker 1 supports daily meal service at Warren State Hospital, ensuring safe food preparation, sanitation, stock management, and equipment use while providing organized, nutritious meals for patients and staff.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Food PreparationSanitationStock ManagementEquipment OperationMeal Assembly

Qualifications

Must Be Able to Perform Essential Job FunctionsMedical Examination RequiredCriminal History Clearance Required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

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Food Service Worker 1 - Warren State Hospital (1st Shift)

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Food Service Worker 1 - Warren State Hospital (1st Shift)

Salary

$38,411.00 - $51,054.00 Annually

Location

Warren County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-56585

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Warren St Hosp

Opening Date

08/17/2026

Closing Date

8/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

81010

Position Number

50273252

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

N1

Pay Group

ST02

Bureau / Division Code

00210974

Bureau / Division

Warren State Hospital

Worksite Address

33 Main Drive

City

Warren, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16365

Contact Name

Talent Management Division

Contact Email

[email protected]

  • Description

  • Benefits

THE POSITION

Are you ready to make a positive impact by supporting daily meal service at Warren State Hospital? As a Food Service Worker 1, you will play an important role in creating safe, organized, and welcoming meal service. This position supports consumer well-being by providing food that meets nutritional needs and follows all sanitation guidelines. Your work will help maintain a clean and efficient environment that makes every meal experience better. This is a great chance to build skills and grow in a supportive setting. Apply today to become a vital part of our team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Food Service Worker 1 helps support daily dietary operations by preparing food, maintaining clean work areas, and following important health and safety standards. The role ensures safe meal service and organized kitchen operations across the hospital. As a Food Service Worker 1, you will perform the following duties:

  • Food Preparation:Prepare and serve food safely using portioning sheets, labels, and correct techniques

  • Sanitation Duties:Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, tray lines, coolers, freezers, and storage spaces

  • Stock Management:Store food properly, rotate stock, restock supplies, and control waste

  • Equipment Use:Operate kitchen tools and machines correctly while following all safety guidelines

  • Meal Support:Assemble items accurately, thicken liquids, pour beverages, and serve meals with care

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=50273252) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment, 40 hours per week

  • Work hours are 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM, rotating days, with a 30-minute lunch. Your days off will change with your work schedule, and you may work on holidays as assigned.

  • Your work schedule may change based on operational needs.

  • Overtime as operationally necessary

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

  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

  • 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 Requirement:

  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

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

  • This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.

  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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.

  • All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.

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 there’s 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

http://www.employment.pa.gov

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