Food Service Worker 1
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Posted: February 10, 2026 (0 days ago)
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
Location
Pennsylvania, 17120
Salary
$37,660 - $50,053
per year
Type
Closes
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves preparing and serving meals to veterans in a care facility, keeping food areas clean, and helping with daily dining tasks to support their health and well-being.
It's a hands-on role in a supportive environment for those who like working with food and interacting with people.
A good fit would be someone reliable, physically able, and passionate about helping others, especially veterans.
Make a difference in the lives of American heroes as a Food Service Worker 1 with the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs!
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated people to join our dietary staff at Southwestern Veterans' Center.
By providing nourishment for our residents, you will allow us to continue to support veterans with the care and support they need to live an active and healthy life.
If you enjoy working with food and people, apply today to take on this amazing opportunity!
Watch this video to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!

In this position, you will perform routine work in the preparation of meals and the sanitation of food preparation and serving areas.
Your work will involve preparing food as directed, lifting cases of food and beverage products, and loading and transporting food carts.
You will also read and interpret color coding for special diets, assemble resident trays following a menu ticket, and set up the serving line as needed.
Some of your duties will include loading and operating a dish machine, cleaning dining rooms and serving areas, and cleaning and sanitizing food preparation equipment.
Additionally, you will record use of food and non-food items on inventory sheets and assist in the preparation for special functions.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Legal Requirements:
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).
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
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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