Food Service Worker 1 - Wernersville State Hospital
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Food Service Worker 1 - Wernersville State Hospital
Salary
$37,660.00 - $50,053.00 Annually
Location
Berks County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2026-43271
Department
Department of Human Services
Division
HS Wernersville St Hosp
Opening Date
02/24/2026
Closing Date
2/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
81010
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
N1
Pay Group
ST02
Bureau / Division Code
00210781
Bureau / Division
Wernersville State Hospital
Worksite Address
160 Main Street
City
Wernersville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
19565
Contact Name
HHS Intake Section
Contact Email
ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
THE POSITION
Do you have a passion for food and enjoy interacting with others? The Department of Human Services is seeking dynamic and enthusiastic Food Service Workers to join our dedicated dietary services team at Wernersville 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!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will prepare and serve food while ensuring that all cleaning tasks are completed in accordance with hospital and departmental policies as well as health and sanitation regulations. Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, utensils, dishes, pots, pans, and work surfaces. In addition, you will assemble meal trays, measure and serve food portions, and transport trays and carts. You will also operate kitchen equipment such as mixers, dicers, slicers, knives, and grinders.
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=00062686) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
Work hours are 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Sunday - Saturday, with two paid 15-minute breaks. Your schedule consists of 10 working days within a 14-day period, including every other weekend.
Overtime: As needed
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $37,660.00 (before taxes).
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.
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
