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Food Service Worker 1 - Warren State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Department of Human Services

Fresh

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

$37,660 - $50,053

per year

Closes

January 31, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves preparing and serving nutritious meals to patients at a state hospital, while keeping the kitchen and dining areas clean and safe.

You'll work on a rotating schedule, handling tasks like assembling meal trays, washing dishes, and setting up for special events.

It's a great fit for someone who enjoys teamwork, has a friendly demeanor, and wants to contribute to patient care in a supportive government setting.

Key Requirements

  • Ability to perform essential food service, preparation, and sanitation duties on a rotating basis
  • Experience or willingness to review, assemble, and update patient meal tickets
  • Skills in organizing food items, portioning meals, and maintaining sanitation standards
  • Capability to operate equipment like tray-washing machines and handle waste removal
  • Availability for full-time work (40 hours/week) from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM with rotating days off and holidays as assigned
  • Pass a medical examination and provide satisfactory criminal history reports (PA State Police and FBI clearances) under the Older Adult Protective Services Act

Full Job Description

Do you have a passion for food and enjoy interacting with others?

The Department of Human Services is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Food Service Worker to join our dedicated dietary services team at Warren State Hospital.

In this role, you will help prepare and serve appealing, nutritious meals while supporting departmental goals to maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming dining environment for consumers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference, bring your expertise to a collaborative team, and grow professionally in a supportive and rewarding environment!


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Requirements

In this position, you will carry out a range of food service, preparation, and sanitation duties within the dietary department on a rotating basis.

Responsibilities include reviewing and assembling patient meal tickets for all three daily meals and updating them as needed when changes occur.

You will prepare the tray line by organizing food items, supplies, and utensils. Additional duties include assisting with food preparation, portioning, assembly, and maintaining sanitation standards.

Sanitation tasks involve washing pots and pans, operating the tray-washing machine, removing waste, and cleaning food production areas.

You will also prepare nourishments, supplements, bagged meals, and food for special events, and assist with the setup and service of special events as assigned.


Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the
position description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
  • Work hours are 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM daily, with a 30-minute lunch. Your schedule will follow a rotating pattern, with days off varying by rotation. Holidays will be worked as assigned. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
  • Overtime: As needed
  • Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

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 will not 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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    Posted on NEOGOV: 1/16/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/16/2026

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