Job Description

JJYS Food Service Worker II - Central Utah Youth Center

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary – $15.28
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Kendra Keller | kendrakeller@utah.gov]
Application Deadline – 9/2/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

• 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

• Coordinates an inventory management system to effectively control and distribute supplies and equipment.

• Tracks receipts

• Destroys or disposes of outdated, sensitive documents, blank warrants, expired food stamps, etc., in a manner appropriate for the sensitivity.

• Cleans, sterilizes and or disinfects areas and/or equipment.

• Uses cleaning agents, products and equipment

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate

-A motivated individual who enjoys cooking, following recipes and providing nutritious food to our youth.

-Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

-The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

-Ability to manage own time.

Minimum Preference Requirements

Preference may be given to candidates who are 19 years of age or older

About the Role

Location –
449 N Sr 118
Richfield, Utah, 84701
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required –
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

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.

JJYS team members have the unique opportunity to see the impacts of their hard work and dedication to improve the well-being of youth. JJYS team members provide critical support and guidance to youth at-risk for delinquency while they transition into adulthood. Together, we can help improve the lives and welfare of young people in the care of JJYS.

The State of Utah offers a total compensation package that consists of much more than your paycheck. Some of the generous benefits that the State of Utah provides are:

Health Insurance: Multiple medical plan options, including a High-Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Opt-out cash benefit available.

Dental and Vision: Multiple dental and vision plan options available.

Paid Leave 104 hours of annual leave, 104 hours of sick leave, 12 paid holidays

Retirement: A generous 10% employer contribution to your Utah Retirement Systems (URS) account (Tier II). Options include a Pension/401(k) Hybrid Plan or a Defined Contribution Plan.

AdditionalBenefits: Employee discount program, free counseling and wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement and much more.

The Agency

The Department of Health and Human Services is dedicated to providing care for individuals and families of Utah. Utah Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) provides a continuum of prevention, intervention, supervision and rehabilitation services and 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!

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

• 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