Reference #: 4265160
THE POSITION
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2023-68361-81150. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM NOVEMBER 6, 2023 TO NOVEMBER 19, 2023, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.
Are you looking for a meaningful and rewarding job supporting the treatment and care of Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens? The Department of Human Services (DHS), , Loysville Youth Development Center is seeking hard-working, enthusiastic, and compassionate individuals who are committed to providing exceptional food services to our youth residents and staff.
We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference. The DHS is a great place to kick-start your career, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Working alongside a dynamic team, you will function as a lead worker that is responsible and accountable for food service work in the performance of specialized production and cooking tasks for the youth and staff within the facility. You will be responsible for assigning and inspection of routine food production tasks performed by food service workers and student workers.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
Hours of work: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM (1st Shift) and 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (2nd Shift) with rotating days off; 40-hour work week with varying 8-hour shifts to include weekends and holidays
Overtime and travel as needed.
May change based on operational needs.
FREE PARKING!
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirement:
There are no minimum requirements for the position. Desirable Preparation for Work: Experience in cooking or quantity food preparation; or any equivalent combination of experience and/or training.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination.
This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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).
If you are claiming certification in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your certification for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
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 and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at .
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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.
