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Reference #: 4659471 THE POSITION Capitalize on your food industry expertise and embark on a rewarding career with the Commonwealth! The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking a dedicated Food Service Manager for our dietary department at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home. In this role, you will oversee and actively participate in food preparation and service within a health care environment. Your primary objective of offering nutritious, appealing meals and ensuring a clean, safe dietary facility is achieved through the daily oversight and coordination of the food service staff's work performance. Do not miss out on this opportunity; apply now and discover the exciting prospects that await you!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will oversee the ordering, receiving, and inventory control of food items. You will make certain that the food items arrive in compliance with quality standards and specifications. This involves inspecting, weighing, checking, and signing for the receipt of perishable deliveries. You will be responsible for preparing menus and determining the amounts of food needed to ensure proper portioning, plating, and handling at the point of service. This requires attention to quality, portion size, accuracy, food handling techniques, safety, and time-efficient practices. You will supervise and coordinate all activities related to food production, preparation, and delivery. This is to ensure efficient staffing and guarantee that food is served at the proper temperatures and with consistent quality. Additionally, you will conduct and coordinate staff training, including orientation, in-service training, and on-the-job instruction, to enhance service quality and skill development.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year of supervisory experience involving the preparation of special diet menus in a school, hospital, nursing home or closely related institutional food service operation and a bachelor's degree with major coursework in foods, nutrition, dietetics, food service, institutional management or a related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training, which includes one year of supervisory experience involving the preparation of special diet menus in a school, hospital, nursing home or closely related institutional food service operation. Additional Requirement:

You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI 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 education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you mus attach a copy of your college transcripts 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. 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.

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.