Food Service Tech II - Cook Part Time
Company: DHRM
Location: Staunton
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Title: Food Service Tech II - Cook State Role Title: Food
Service Technician II Hiring Range: $17.25/HR Pay Band: 2 Agency:
Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Western State Hospital
Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties Location: Western
State Hospital 103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401. Who We
Are Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of
Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a
leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint
Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the
scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university
towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs
and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation
“Learning” programs. WSH provides a modern clinical setting and a
therapeutic environment for patients, supported by highly qualified
staff. Employees also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the
Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and
Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor
activities, making Staunton an attractive place to live and work.
Position Overview: This position will perform a combination of
operational tasks in support of the Nutrition Services department;
handle catering request for events, social gatherings, and
delegation visits; function as a lead worker performing
opening/closing responsibilities; assist with assembly of patient
trays, snacks and bag meals; clean dishes, trays, equipment, and
kitchen facilities; perform storeroom assistance in
receiving/stocking and/or pre-portioning/product stocking; and
perform all work in accordance with the rules and regulations of
the Virginia Department of Health, maintaining a high level of
personal hygiene. Key Responsibilities: - Weigh/measure ingredients
and follow standardized recipes for products assigned,
appropriately labeling/dating finished products - Chill cooked
recipe items to appropriate safe temperature within the appropriate
timeframe and document all temperatures on appropriate HACCP log
sheets - Wash, rinse, and sanitize equipment and work surfaces and
store all cleaning materials in designated locations - Monitor the
temperature of food items and make adjustments as necessary to
maintain proper temperatures - Inspect incoming items for quality,
freshness, appropriate temperature and shipments verified with
receipts - Serve food and beverage items in proper amounts by
weighing correctly - Checks trays for accuracy of menu items, diet,
consistency, portion size, tray presentation and cleanliness -
Clean, sanitize and store all pots and pans allowing them to air
dry according to the VDH and Department guidelines Special
Instructions to Applicants: Application Requirements: Applications
and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through
the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only.
Interview decisions will be based solely on the information
provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please
ensure you clearly and specifically detail all relevant work
experience; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.
Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an
extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug
screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State
Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social
Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification,
and verification of education relevant to the position. Under
Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or
utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific
("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.
Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available
to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or
interview process in accordance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation,
please notify Human Resources at (540) 332-8300 during business
hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth
of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human
resource management without regard to race (or traits historically
associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and
protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex,
color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation,
disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or
related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against
anyone making allegations of violations of this policy. Veteran
Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified
employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and
service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of
the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to
apply to the state application and respond accordingly. Minimum
Qualifications - High school graduate or equivalent - Experience in
food service - basic knowledge of food service production and
operations and of regulations and/or standards governing
foodservice operations - basic knowledge of quantity cooking -
ability to read and write at a high school level - ability to
communicate with superiors and coordinate with peers - ability to
take work direction an prioritize work tasks - ability to lift
moderate weights (20 to 50 lbs) - ability to perform these
functions: prolonged standing and walking on various surfaces;
ability to work when needed in various environmental conditions;
visual acuity to see food soil and food spoilage Additional
Considerations - prior institutional food service experience beyond
beginning level - bilingual - veteran or veteran spouse Special
Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when
your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please
refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of
your application for this position. Application Requirements:
Applications and résumés for this position are accepted
electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic
Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely
on the information provided in your electronic application and/or
résumé. Please ensure you clearly and specifically detail all
relevant work experience; we will not make assumptions about your
qualifications. Background Investigation: All applicants are
subject to an extensive background investigation and a
pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include
fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks,
Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks,
employment verification, and verification of education relevant to
the position. Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the
Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS)
cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of
specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier"
charges. Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are
available to individuals with disabilities during the application
and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation,
please notify Human Resources at (540) 332-8300 during business
hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth
of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human
resource management without regard to race (or traits historically
associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and
protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex,
color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation,
disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or
related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against
anyone making allegations of violations of this policy. Veteran
Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified
employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and
service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of
the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to
apply to the state application and respond accordingly. Contact
Information Name: Samantha Leep Phone: 540-332-8306 Email:
samantha.leep@dbhds.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth’s
commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with
disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring
Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will
need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the
Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the
Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status
questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable,
to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can
be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or
DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use
that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring
Process.
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