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    Kitchen Services Worker I - Worcester, United States - State of Massachusetts

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    Part time
    Description

    The Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH) under the Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking qualified Food Service Workers to prepare and serve food, adhering to therapeutic diets.

    Food Service Workers are responsible for preparing and/or building food items while providing customer service and adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures.

    The incumbent is responsible for assembling, delivering and retrieving patient meal trays and working in the dish room, cleaning equipment and dishware.


    Please Note, the following positions are available:
    Full-Time- 6:00 am - 2:30 pm (varied days off)

    Full-time- 11:30 am - 8:00 pm with (varied days off)

    Part-time- 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm (varied days off)

    Duties and Responsibilities (these are a general summary and not all inclusive):


    • Assembles food, beverages, and service ware for the tray line and cafeteria following instructions on diet cards.
    • Prepares and cooks simple dishes such as sandwiches, salads, soups, etc.
    • Inspects assigned areas to determine that work has been performed according to established procedures.
    • Cleans surfaces including floors, interior walls, ceilings, windows, and furniture by sweeping and mopping, using appropriate supplies and equipment.
    • Delivers and returns food, beverages and service ware to and from the units and cafeteria.
    • Prepares and breaks down dish room, scrapes dishes, operates dish machine, cleans dish room and dishware according to procedures.
    • Adheres to all hospital dietary policies and procedures regarding food service sanitation and safety.
    • Communicates in a polite manner with consumers and staff.

    Required Qualifications:

    • Working knowledge of the approved sanitary methods and procedures for the care and use of dining room equipment.
    • Experience utilizing the materials and procedures used in handling, preparation and cooking of simple dishes on a large scale.
    • Ability to work with physically, mentally or emotionally patient populations.
    • Competent in following simple oral or written instructions.
    • Physical ability to perform the manual tasks assigned.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Prior food service experience
    • Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.

    Working Conditions:


    While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, push/pull, and lift.


    DMH Mission Statement:


    The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities.

    The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental health training and research.

    Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH) Statement


    Located on over 100 acres in Worcester, Massachusetts, Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH) is part of an integrated network of effective, efficient and culturally competent mental health services.

    It provides intermediate and long-term inpatient care for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness who live in Massachusetts, as well as individuals requiring specialized court ordered evaluations.


    WRCH provides inpatient services to 290 adults, inclusive of a Deaf Inpatient Mental Health Service, and 30 adolescents on the ACCU.

    Learn more about


    WRCH:
    Comprehensive Benefits


    When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.

    We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

    Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards


    Pre-Hire Process:


    A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired.

    For more information, please visit

    Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines,


    Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.


    If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form.

    For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Human Resources at EXT 4.


    Minimum Entrance Requirements:


    Applicants must have at least six months of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in building custodial or institutional housekeeping work.


    Special Requirements:
    None

    Title 101 CMR "Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities.

    If you decline to vaccinate you will be required to take mitigation measures mandated by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) that are consistent with guidance from the Department of Public Health.

    Failure to take those mitigation measures, including masking, could lead to discipline, up to and including termination.

    An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.


    The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

    Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements.

    We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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