This Food Service Worker works independently with minimal supervision in a unit located outside the main facility. They demonstrate a broad knowledge of Food Service procedures including food preparation, modified diets, dishwashing, dry food and perishable food (refrigerated) storage, handling and food delivery. Will be transporting and serving meals daily to the Substance Abuse Residence Rehabilitation Treatment Program (SARRTP) Unit. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and Safety Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Materials Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Without more than normal supervision Work Practices Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. ["***This position will be working in the SAARTP Unit (Substance Abuse Residence Rehabilitation Program) **** Duties Include but are not limited to: Set up dining room tables for service, place food and beverages on tables, and replenishes items as necessary. Serve food cafeteria style by placing uniform portions of food on customers'/patients'/residents' plates Use general sanitation principles to safeguard food against spoilage and waste. Prevent contamination by cleaning equipment previously used for raw food. Prepare boxed/to go meals. Organize work in a logical sequence. Serve food cafeteria style by placing uniform portions of food on customers'/patients'/residents' plates. Prepare fresh fruit/cold salads/dressings/sandwich fillings and cold sandwiches and simple cold desserts in specified quantities. Provide assistance to cooks in the food preparation area, such as weigh, measure and assemble ingredients according to standardized recipes. Prepare uncooked food items, such as sandwich spread and salad dressings. Portion food items into standard serving sizes using the proper utensils and specified dishware. Prepare beverages according to the number of servings required. Select and places correct items on trays. Read and interpret a regular or modified menu, individual diet cards, tray tickets or patient selections. Understand of food terminology, measurements, and serving information in standardized recipes and menus. Sort, wash, peel and cut cold foods using knives or other equipment. Set up assigned station with the correct supplies and food items. Operate and break down and clean all equipment assigned to food service and related areas, Separate food waste, trash/recyclables from dishes, glasses and silverware. Store sanitized dishes, glasses and silverware. Scrape, soak, scour, and scrub cookware and utensils. Break down and cleans food stations. Separate food waste, trash/recyclables from dishes, glasses and silverware. Store sanitized dishes, glasses and silverware. Return soiled trays and dishes to the dish room. Deliver meal trays. Perform heavy-duty cleaning tasks throughout the food service and related areas. Unload food/tray delivery carts. Move garbage cans when collecting and transferring trash from the work area to the disposal area. Transport food and supplies to the Substance Abuse Residence Rehabilitation Program (SARRTP) Unit. Must possess and maintain a current, valid state driver's license. Work Schedule: 11:00am-7:30pm; 3 days per week and 6:00am-2:30pm; 2 days per week with rotating days off or 11:00am-7:30pm 5 days per week with rotating days off Position Description Title/PD#: Food Service Worker-SARRTP/PD40307A Physical Requirements: Wage Grade 3 Food Service Workers perform work requiring light to moderate physical effort. They may be required to perform heavy work, such as scouring and scrubbing large size cooking utensils and pushing heavy carts and trucks in unloading, storing, and delivering supplies. They are subject to continuous standing and walking, and frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending. May be required to work on ladders and use powered cleaning equipment. They frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift or move objects weighing more than 40 pounds with the assistance of others."]

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