JJYS Food Service Worker II-Decker Lake Youth Center Part Time - State of Utah : Job Details

Salary: $15.00 Hourly Location : Salt Lake County, UT Job Type: Part Time Job Number: 44599 Agency: 250 Health & Human Services Unit: 9202 DHHS JJYS DECKER FACILITY Opening Date: 05/29/2025 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt Recruiter: Lupe Orozco, [email protected] # of Openings: 2 Location: Decker Lake Youth CenterWest Valley City, UT Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits. Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check. Schedule Code: IN - This is a career service exempt at will position. Employees in this schedule may not work more than 30 hours per week. Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: eligibility/Current Rules EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-###-####. Job Description JJYS Food Service Worker II-Part Time Do you love to cook? Do you like to feel a sense of accomplishment in the kitchen? If you do, then come join our team! You will prepare meals for youth, clients and staff. You will need to have a Food Handler's permit (or obtain one while working for the State). Principal Duties

• Cooks, bakes, or serves regular and/or special meals to clients and/or staff.
• Ensures that food is maintained at appropriate temperatures.
• Prepares salads and garnishes and assists in basic food preparation or ordering.
• Distributes food using appropriate food handling and sanitation techniques
• Practices of food safety and public health protection
• Maintains inventory
• Tracks receipts
• Cleans, sterilizes and or disinfects areas and/or equipment.
• Uses cleaning agents, products and equipment

Ideal Candidate A motivated individual who enjoys cooking, following recipes and providing nutritious food to our youth. Preference Preference may be given to candidates who are 19 years of age or older The Agency The Department of Health and Human Services is dedicated to provide care for individuals and families in Utah. Utah Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) provides a continuum of intervention, supervision and rehabilitation programs to youth offenders while assuring public safety. For more information on Juvenile Justice and Youth Services with the Department of Health and Human Services, please click here!Supplemental Information

• Only applicants invited to interview will be contacted.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time

Benefits: The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click FMLA General Notice: (right click + open link in new tab) (clic derecho + abrir en una pestaña nueva?) 01 Our vacancy is located within a Juvenile Justice Center in West Valley City, Utah. Would you like to work in an environment in which you serve food to delinquent or troubled youth?

• Yes
• No

02 Preference may be given to candidates who are 19 years of age or older. Are you 19 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

03 Preference may be given to candidates who have a high school diploma or GED. Do you have a high school diploma or a GED?

• Yes
• No

04 The position you are applying for will require you to be available to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays. Are you willing and available to work these required shifts?

• Yes
• No

05 A Food Handlers permit is required to work in the JJS facility. If you do not currently have a Food Handlers permit, the State will pay for you to obtain the permit. Are you willing to obtain a Food Handlers permit while working for the State if you do not already have one?

• Yes
• No

06 The Food Service Worker II position requires that you lift up to 50/lbs (with or without reasonable accommodations) and stand for long periods of time. Can you meet these two essential requirements?

• Yes
• No

07 How many years of experience do you have working in a food service environment?

• 0-1 year
• 2-3 years
• 4-5 years
• 6 or more years

08 This position requires a current Utah valid driver's license. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

09 Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.

• State Jobs
• An External Job Posting Site (Indeed, LinkedIn, etc)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc)
• Advertisement (Newspaper, Internet, Radio, etc)
• Professional Network
• University Network (Career Center)
• Referred by a Friend or Colleague
• Contacted by a Recruiter
• Career Fair
• Internal communication from a State Agency that employs me - State employees only
• Other

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