Job Description

Food Service Worker I- TL- Utah State Hospital

The Utah State Hospital is seeking full time employees to prepare and serve meals to both patients and employees at the beautiful Utah State Hospital campus. Our Food Service Workers are a fun, energetic team who diligently work to provide nutritious meals to 300 patients and their guests, as well as over 800 State employees, every day. We are looking for reliable, energetic, career-minded individuals who will be positive addition to our team!

We are also offering

*The bonus will be paid in installment payments leading up to your 12 month mark for new full time employees.*

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $16.08 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter – Keera Johnson | keerajohnson@utah.gov | 801.344.4211

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications:

• Is reliable, with great references and verifiable work history.
• Enjoys working with others.
• Has excellent communication skills.
• Is receptive to training.
• Will be able to cheerfully adapt to unforeseen changes, such as staffing needs and menu adaptations.

About the Role

The Food Service Worker I TL is an entry-level position that pays $16.08 per hour, with no experience required. We will be happy to train the right person, as well as provide the required food handlers class. This is a great way to start your career in Food Services! In this role you will help prepare, and serve meals, maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas and ensure food safety standards are met. If you have passion for food services and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment we encourage you to apply.

Location –
1300 East Center Street
Provo, Utah, 84603
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – TL - Time limited

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Utah State Hospital is a state-of-the-art psychiatric facility, fully accredited from the Joint Commission and Centers for Medicaid and Medicare, certifying the high quality of the Hospital's environment and treatment programs. Situated on a beautiful campus at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, we are conveniently close to several educational institutions and the best recreation Utah Valley has to offer. Joining our team will allow you to provide excellent care in a safe and respectful environment to promote hope and improved quality of life for individuals with mental illness.

Additional Benefits:
Access to a UTA Bus Pass.
Beautiful campus near the Wasatch mountains.
Cafeteria on site with meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase.
Access to comfort rooms while on campus, and as well as other mental wellness benefits.
Access to the Utah State Hospital Disc Golf Course.

The Agency
Our beautiful campus is situated at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, conveniently close to several Universities, great housing options in wonderful neighborhoods, and all the best recreation Utah Valley has to offer. For more information about the Utah State Hospital, our philosophy, mission, and treatment programs, we invite you to browse our website

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, please contact (801) 957-9390.

Supplemental Information:

• Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, 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.
• Utah State Hospital provides comprehensive violence prevention and deescalation training for all employees during orientation. Ongoing training is provided to prioritize staff and patient safety.
• Division of Human Resource Management rules and Department of Health and Human Services policies regarding promotions and transfers apply to current employees.
• The Utah State Hospital is a smoke free environment. Tobacco or E-cigarette use is NOT allowed on campus.
• Utah State Hospital employees must pass both pre-employment and routine background checks.
• Only applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be contacted.
• Shifts are variable, but require weekend work.