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Food Service Worker (FSW) Part-time Evening Shift

State of Minnesota • Minneapolis, MN • 3h ago

Working Title: Food Service Worker (FSW) Part-time Evening Shift

Job Class: Food Service Worker

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

Job ID : 92212

Location : Minneapolis

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Part-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 02/18/2026

Closing Date : 02/24/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home - Mpls - AFSCME

Division/Unit : Minneapolis Veterans Home / Mpls Food Service Staff A

Work Shift/Work Hours : Evening Shift 3:45pm-7:45pm

Days of Work : Rotating

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $20.51 - $25.43 / hourly

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME

Work Area : Dietary

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500 if you are hired in a part-time position that is represented by the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement!

Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits (if eligible), a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!

This position is designated a part-time and primarily evening shift. The work schedule will include at least 32 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The position is initially Not eligible for employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.

This position performs routine tasks involved in food preparation, food service, dishwashing, and cleaning the food service area. Work involves following instructions and established procedures. Cooking is done on a level of short order cooking in a snack bar.

Responsibilities include:

Prepare small quantities of food for special diets.

Dish up food, place dishes on carts, move carts, and serve food.

Peel vegetables, make toast and coffee, and perform simple cooking tasks.

Serve portions on a cafeteria line. Wait on tables. Wash dishes and utensils.

Sweep, scrub, and mop floors.

Clean walls, cupboards, and furniture.

Operate a dishwashing machine.

Move food between storerooms, kitchen and serving areas.

Observe standard sanitation and safety standards.

Perform related work as required.

The Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis provides skilled nursing care in a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth.

The Minneapolis Home is located on Minnehaha Avenue, which has connecting highways and public transportation options for an easy commute. The beautiful 53-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Mississippi River.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, 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. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

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.

To read diet cards and following instructions.

And

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

Food service-related experience specifically with prepping, plating and serving food.

Knowledge of basic sanitation standards.

ServSafe Food Certificate.

Knowledge of International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI).

Additional Requirements

This position also requires successful completion of the following:

A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). 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).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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