Food Service Worker Jobs

The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Department of Human Services (DHS) merged on July 1, 2022, to form one agency, the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

Woodward Resource Center (WRC) is seeking Food Service Workers to join our team.

This position starts at $13.54 per hour. Eight-hour workday between the starting hours of 6AM and end by 5PM.

No specific education or experience is required. A successful candidate must complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. They should also have excellent communication skills to communicate with staff members throughout their shift.

The mission of Woodward Resource Center is to prepare and support individuals to live in the community of their choice. Discharge planning begins at admission.

As Part Of The WRC Team

• Operate a variety of commercial food service equipment including dish machines, pot and pan machine, food processors, blenders, steam tables, can openers, scales, garbage disposals, mixers, and a variety of cooking equipment.
• Successfully complete assigned training. Complete other duties as assigned.
• Prepare, modify textures, portion, label, serve, deliver, and pick up food and supplies. Set up and tear down work areas and service areas. Work a variety of positions, completing specific tasks assigned for each position. Maintain safety and sanitation standards through proper food handling.
• Train and direct the work of assigned people, which includes co-workers, individuals living at the Woodward Resource Center, and students of Woodward Academy.
• Complete daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning assignments, including trash removal, dish washing, general sanitation, sweeping and mopping.

Enjoy the benefits of working for the State of Iowa.

Benefits

Below are some of the benefits the State of Iowa offers

The State of Iowa offers a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off and workplace opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

• Flexible Spending Account (medical and dependent care)
• Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Competitive Health and Dental Package
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Employee Discount Programs
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement (IPERS and deferred compensation)

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HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).

Under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS’s) new vaccine mandate for healthcare workers (published on November 5, 2021 and affirmed by the United States Supreme Court on January 13, 2022), all potential employees of this facility must have received, at a minimum, the first dose of a primary series or a single dose vaccine OR have an approved religious or medical exemption (as determined by the agency) OR have documentation reflecting a temporary delay in vaccination (as determined by the agency in accordance with CDC allowances), prior to the start date. Candidates shall coordinate with agency staff to ensure all requirements are met before the individual provides any care, treatment, or other services for the facility and/or its clients.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

No specific education or experience requirements.

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