State of Minnesota
Food Service Worker / Dietary Associate / Intermittent position
State of Minnesota, Fergus Falls, Minnesota, United States, 56537
Working Title: Dietary Associate
Job Class: Food Service Worker
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
Job ID
: 88102
Location
: Fergus Falls
Telework Eligible
: No
Full/Part Time
: Intermittent
Regular/Temporary
: Unlimited
Who May Apply
: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted
: 08/07/2025
Closing Date
: 08/13/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Falls
Division/Unit
: Fergus Fall Veterans Home / Nutrition and Food Services
Work Shift/Work Hours
: Varies
Days of Work
: Varies
Travel Required
: No
Salary Range:
$20.21 - $25.05 / hourly
PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am.
Classified Status
: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union
: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep.
FLSA Status
: Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This posting will be used to fill one (1) intermittent vacancy within the Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls. An intermittent employee works an irregular and uncertain schedule as the needs of the agency require. Intermittent employees must be available to work all three shifts and some weekends. Shifts may be: day shift 6:30am-3:00pm, afternoon shift: 10:30am-7:00pm and/or evening shift: 3:30pm-7:30pm. The position is not initially eligible for health and dental insurance benefits.
Current State of Minnesota employees will not be considered for concurrent appointments at this time due to overtime considerations and the irregular work schedule requirements of this position.
Employees in this class perform routine work in the preparation and service of food.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Materials and methods used in preparing food
Care and use of cooking utensils and equipment
Food values and nutrition
Ability to:
Perform simple cooking on a large scale
Plan and prepare small meals on a household scale
Perform simple cleaning and food service tasks
Follow instructions
Preferred Qualifications
Experience prepping, plating, and serving food
Knowledge of basic sanitation standards
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
Job Class: Food Service Worker
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
Job ID
: 88102
Location
: Fergus Falls
Telework Eligible
: No
Full/Part Time
: Intermittent
Regular/Temporary
: Unlimited
Who May Apply
: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted
: 08/07/2025
Closing Date
: 08/13/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Falls
Division/Unit
: Fergus Fall Veterans Home / Nutrition and Food Services
Work Shift/Work Hours
: Varies
Days of Work
: Varies
Travel Required
: No
Salary Range:
$20.21 - $25.05 / hourly
PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am.
Classified Status
: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union
: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep.
FLSA Status
: Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This posting will be used to fill one (1) intermittent vacancy within the Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls. An intermittent employee works an irregular and uncertain schedule as the needs of the agency require. Intermittent employees must be available to work all three shifts and some weekends. Shifts may be: day shift 6:30am-3:00pm, afternoon shift: 10:30am-7:00pm and/or evening shift: 3:30pm-7:30pm. The position is not initially eligible for health and dental insurance benefits.
Current State of Minnesota employees will not be considered for concurrent appointments at this time due to overtime considerations and the irregular work schedule requirements of this position.
Employees in this class perform routine work in the preparation and service of food.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Materials and methods used in preparing food
Care and use of cooking utensils and equipment
Food values and nutrition
Ability to:
Perform simple cooking on a large scale
Plan and prepare small meals on a household scale
Perform simple cleaning and food service tasks
Follow instructions
Preferred Qualifications
Experience prepping, plating, and serving food
Knowledge of basic sanitation standards
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.