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Food Service Worker 1 (NY HELPS) -30884, 30889

New York State Department of Health
Jamaica, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026
Description

Duties Description

Performs a variety of tasks in the area of food preparation. Washes refrigerators and other equipment by hand and with equipment, using a variety of cleaning substances. Cleans loading dock areas, garbage cans, storage areas, food preparation areas and general kitchen areas including floors, ceilings, and walls using mops, scrub brushes, and other equipment. Washes pots, pans, and other utensils by hand and machine. Sterilizes food sample jars according to directions. Unloads delivery trucks and stores deliveries in appropriate storage areas. Brings food and other supplies to preparation and serving areas as directed. Cleans fruits, vegetables, and potatoes in preparation for cooking as directed. Cooks simple grill-type foods such as hamburgers and eggs. Sets and waits on tables, assisting those individuals unable to feed themselves. Serves food in the proper portions to individuals. Ensures those individuals on special diets receive proper food and portions. Makes toast, coffee, tea, and salads as necessary. Records number of meals served. Cleans dining room and service areas, including furniture, woodwork, windows, floors, and steam tables. Washes dishes and serving utensils by machine and hand. Inventories requisitions and stores supplies.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

There are no education or experience qualifications for this class. Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and have good verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Comments

Two permanent, competitive, or non-competitive full-time appointments via HELPS.

1st position: 6:45 AM-3:25 PM OFF Wednesday and Thursday.

2nd position: 11:15 AM-7:45 PM OFF Sunday and Monday.

Posted Salary Range ($38,312 to $46,565) includes $4000 downstate adjustment.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

  • Holiday & Paid Time Off
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
  • Shift & Geographic pay differentials
  • Affordable Health Care options
  • Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
  • NYS Deferred Compensation plan
  • Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
  • And many more...

NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

Salary : $38,312 - $46,565

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