WDVA Food Service Worker, On-Call, Spokane Veterans Home

Food Service Worker

On-Call

Spokane Veterans

We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for an On-Call Food Service Worker at the Spokane Veterans Home in Spokane, Washington

• This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules.

Updated as of July 1, 2025: This position is eligible for "Supplement Basic Shift Premium" for 24/7 Facilities. Employees who are assigned to a facility that provides direct care to residents, patients, and/or clients and whose duties are required to be performed on location will receive an additional one dollar ($1.00) per hour of supplemental basic shift premium for each hour of basic shift premium. This shift premium does not apply to overtime hours. The supplemental basic shift premium shall expire on June 29, 2027.

At the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), we are passionate about our mission of "Serving Those Who Served." As a national leader in our advocacy for more than 500,000 Veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness. In addition, we provide critical community services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star.

As a Food Service Worker, you will serve and prepare food in a safe and sanitary manner to ensure the nutritional needs of the residents are being met. Cultivate your culinary career and use your culinary skills to serve America's heroes by applying now

Some of what you'll do:

• Set up and serve steam tables, napkins, utensils, condiments, supplements, desserts and drinks.
• Set up and serve dining areas drinks, food orders and any other needs of resident following prescribed diets and food preferences.
• Clean up bussing tables, sanitizing tables, food carts, washes pots and pans and other related equipment.
• Perform simple cooking such as making toast, boiled eggs, hot cereal, wash, peel, and chop vegetables and fruits; assemble sandwiches, salads, and desserts.
• Operate kitchen appliances such as coffee urn, toaster, mixer, dishwasher and other related work as required.
• General cleaning and sanitation of work areas are done on a continual basis as well as in the areas of food service department, dining rooms, food storage areas, tray assembly area, dish room, freezers, refrigerators, hallways, doors, walls, and all garbage areas including the removal of all garbage and all boxes.
• Sweep and mop floors.
• Take out garbage, clean and sanitize food preparation equipment, utensils, and dishware.
• Use equipment in a manner that ensures cross-contamination does not occur.
• Clean dish room and equipment.
• And more

Required:

• Valid Washington state food worker card (obtained from ).
  Must be proficient in the English language and be able to read, write and speak English.

Preferred/Desired:

• Knowledge of safe food-handling practices and sanitation standards, good personal hygiene, safety precautions, care and use of kitchen utensils and equipment.
• One (1) year of experience in a food service setting.

Special Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check prior to beginning services and every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy Background Checks. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Must comply with annual Tuberculin Screening in accordance with DVA policy Tuberculosis Testing.
• Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards. Must be able to wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other personal protection as required by a job or task.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. and be capable of reaching a minimum of 36" using proper technique to stock shelves and access supplies. Employee must also be able to push or pull with sufficient strength and walk, sit, and bend in an unrestricted manner during the entire workday.
• Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
• Become familiar and comply with all DVA policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance and follow proper call-in procedures.
• Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

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Application Process:

Top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.

Please include the following documents with your application:

1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.

2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.

Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

Other Information:

• This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information, please contact us at

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

Here at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency's greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.

If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency, please contact us at .