Food Service Worker

Join a team with a national reputation for excellence! Our mission is to serve Minnesota Veterans and their families.
We do this by delivering quality health care, helping to secure benefits, and providing programs and services in higher education, claims, burials, outreach and Veterans’ preference.
At the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), we not only consider it our duty to provide the highest level of care to those who answered our nation's call, we believe it is an honor.
MDVA recognizes that a culturally competent workforce is critical to meet the needs of all Minnesotans.
MDVA is committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at our workplace to support employees as they grow in their careers with the State of Minnesota.
Job Details Job Class: Food Service Worker Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 03/09/2024 Closing Date: 03/15/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Preston Division/Unit: Preston Veterans Home / Food & Nutrition Services Work Shift/Work Hours: Evening Shift / 3:30 p.
m.
to 7:30 p.
m.
Days of Work: Varies, including weekends as assigned Travel Required: No Salary Range: $18.
11 - $23.
97 / hourly PLUS $2.
25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00 p.
m.
Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 203 - Service/AFSCME FLSA Status: Nonexempt Telework Eligible: No Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job.
Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH) in Preston! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more! As a Food Service Worker for the MVH-Preston, you will perform routine food service tasks including food preparation, short order cooking, serving meals to residents, dishwashing and cleaning the food service areas while following established food service policies and procedures.
This position is designated as part-time and primarily evening shift.
The work schedule will include at least 40 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs.
This position is initially eligible for a partial employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Knowledge of: Materials and methods used in preparing food Care and use of cooking utensils and equipment Food values and nutrition Ability to: Perform simple cooking on a large scale Plan and prepare small meals on a household scale Perform cleaning and food service tasks Follow instructions Preferred Qualifications: Experience prepping, plating, and serving food Knowledge of basic sanitation standards Additional Requirements A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for this position.
When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists.
This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
Application Details How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page.
If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.
mn.
us.
For additional information about the application process, go to https://www.
mn.
gov/careers.
If you have questions about the position, contact Alexis Schwartz at alexis.
schwartz@state.
mn.
us or 507-923-8170.
If you were referred to apply by a current Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs’ employee or State of Minnesota employee, please provide the employee’s name in the Referral Source section of your application.
The employee who referred you may be eligible for a $1,000 bonus! To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Alexis Schwartz at alexis.
schwartz@state.
mn.
us.
Per M.
S.
43A.
111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans.
To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%.
Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted.
Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Alexis Schwartz at alexis.
schwartz@state.
mn.
us no later than the job posting closing date.
Why Work for Us Diverse Workforce We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve.
The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found: 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule Comprehensive Benefits Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony.
As an employee, your benefits may include: Public pension plan Training and professional development Paid vacation and sick leave 12 paid holidays each year Paid parental leave Low-cost medical and dental coverage Prescription drug coverage Vision coverage Wellness programs and resources Employer paid life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Health care spending and savings accounts Dependent care spending account Tax-deferred compensation Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers.
The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities.
If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.
mn.
us and indicate what assistance is needed.