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FOOD PREPARATION AND SERVICE WORKER

State of Arkansas • Paris, AR • 5d ago

Date: Mar 25, 2026

Req ID: 56245

Location:

Paris, AR, US, 72855

Category: DEPT OF PARKS AND TOURISM

Anticipated Starting Salary: $35,610.02

Position Number: 22143409

Location: Mt. Magazine State Park -PT35

County: Logan

Anticipated Starting Salary: $35,610.02

Must be motivated and detailed oriented.

The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansas's natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the state's economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state.

Position Information

Job Series:Food Service - Career-path

Classification:Food Preparation and Service Worker

Class Code:TFS02P

Pay Grade:SGS02

Salary Range:$35,610 - $52,703

Job Summary

The Food Preparation and Service Worker assists in the preparation, cooking, and serving of food in a state facility. This entry-level position is responsible for preparing ingredients, serving meals, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas. The role supports kitchen staff in ensuring that meals are prepared safely and served efficiently.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist with food preparation, including washing, peeling, chopping, and measuring ingredients. Follow food safety protocols to ensure that all food is prepared and stored at the correct temperatures. Assist with cooking tasks, such as boiling, frying, or baking, under the supervision of kitchen staff. Serve meals to residents, employees, or clients, ensuring that portions are appropriate, and food is served at the correct temperature. Clean kitchen equipment, countertops, and utensils after use, maintaining a sanitary work environment. Restock serving areas and ensure that food is replenished as needed. Assist with maintaining food storage areas, ensuring that food items are properly stored and labeled.

Knowledge and Skills

Basic knowledge of food safety practices and kitchen sanitation. Ability to follow instructions and assist with food preparation tasks. Ability to work efficiently and as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Good communication skills for following directions and coordinating with kitchen staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Exposure to kitchen or cooking experience.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee's demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market:Fort Smith

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