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Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:The Veterans\' Home of Wyoming is seeking a qualified individual to fill the Food Services Assistant position. This position aims to participate in food preparation to provide meals that meet the resident\'s nutritional needs and preferences. This position has no supervisory or budgetary responsibilities. The Veterans\' Home of Wyoming is a licensed assisted living/domiciliary care facility, providing care to honorably discharged veterans and eligible dependents.Human Resource Contact: / Cynthia Brown / 307-568-2431 ext. 214ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Performs a variety of routine tasks and food preparation activities in the operation of the food service department.
• Follows recipes and assists with meal preparation to include texturing food for special modified diets.
• Serves clients and staff coming through the serving line.
• Monitor freezer temperature to ensure food is stored properly.
• Cleans and sanitizes the kitchen and dining area.

QualificationsPREFERENCES:Preference may be given to individuals with six months or more experience in working in food service in a large institution or commercial food service facility or school.KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of kitchens and warehouses.
• Knowledge of food service equipment operation.
• Knowledge of inventory tracking.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education:High School DiplomaExperience:0-6 months of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services)OREducation & Experience Substitution:1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services)Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:NoneNecessary Special RequirementsPHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Physical ability to lift, twist, bend, and push up to 50 lbs.
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays when the situation requires it.
• Must be able to handle all types of food groups including, but not limited to: poultry, meat, fish, dairy products, fruits, vegetables, spices, and seasonings.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• A background information check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
• Annual influenza immunization is required.
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an

employer.Supplemental Information048-Wyoming Department of Health - Aging Division - Veterans\' Home of WyomingSee us online atClick to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.URL:The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

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