Food Services Assistant 2026-01718

Posting number: 2026-01718

Department: Department Of Health

Division: Pioneer Home

Job classification: ISFS01 - FOOD SERVICES ASSISTANT

Posting type: Open

Categories: Food Services

Summary

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

The Wyoming Pioneer Home is seeking a qualified, enthusiastic individual to fill the Food Services Assistant position. This position aims to participate in food preparation to provide meals that meet the resident's nutritional needs and preferences. There are no supervisory or budgetary responsibilities. The Wyoming Pioneer Home is an assisted living facility located in Thermopolis, WY, in close proximity to Hot Springs State Park, with many activities available.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE!  Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact:  wdhaginghr@wyo.gov 


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Performs a variety of routine tasks and food preparation activities in the operation of the food service department.
• Follows recipes and assists with meal preparation 
• Serves clients and staff coming through the serving line.
• Monitors temperatures to ensure food and beverages are stored properly.
• Cleans and sanitizes the kitchen and dining area.

Examples of duties

KNOWLEDGE: 

• Knowledge of kitchens and warehouses.
• Knowledge of food service equipment operation.
• Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations and universal precautions.
• Knowledge of inventory tracking.
• Knowledge of the Department of Agriculture's requirements.

    

Qualifications

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Physical ability to lift, twist, bend, and push up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work shifts as assigned.
• Must be able to handle all types of food groups including, but not limited to, poultry, meat, fish, dairy products, fruits, vegetables, spices, and seasonings.  

NOTES: 

• FLSA: Non-exempt 
• A background information check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department o