What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Worker position at State of Ohio Jobs?
- External
This position will be filled according to Article 17 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Ohio and the Ohio Civil Service Employees Association - eligible bargaining unit members will be considered prior to hiring an external candidate.
Preparing food for individuals (e.g., cleans & cuts vegetables/fruits; makes sandwiches, salads, dressings, gelatins & beverages; fills orders for homes such as continental breakfast and snack orders); packages food according to special diets; gets supplies from storage; ensures proper storage and rotation of food items. Mandatory hours are required of this position.
Cleans work & service area (e.g., operates dishwashing machines to clean pots, pans, dishes, cookware and silverware; cleans countertops; empties trash; mops floors; cleans ovens, refrigerators & dishwashing machines).
Assists cooks as needed; reviews facility policies; completes trainings.
Major Worker Characteristics (For External & Internal)
Background Check Information
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02 “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being hired by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities.
What’s in it for you:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Employee Development Funds
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Qualifications - External
- Or equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
- Or equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Major Worker Characteristics (For External & Internal)
Supplemental Information (For External & Internal)
May be exposed to unpredictable resident behavior.
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment.
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination in accordance with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Final Interim Rule 2021-23831, 42 CFR 483.430(f) and the State of Ohio Administrative Policy HR-52.
Background Check Information
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02 “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being hired by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities.
