Food Services Worker

Salary: $20.51 Hourly
Location : Community Services - Gardnerville, NV
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 25/26-00175
Department: Community Services
Division: Senior Services
Opening Date: 06/24/2026
Closing Date: 7/9/2026 4:00 PM Pacific


DESCRIPTION
**Applications are reviewed regularly. Postings may close prior to the listed date. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately.**

This posting is intended to fill a part-time position working 20-29 hours per week. Position does not qualify for health benefits, but is eligible for pro-rated annual and sick leave, holidays, and Public Employee's Retirement System benefits.

Douglas County Community Services is seeking a committed, customer-focused individual to join our dedicated team in providing a key resource to the Community's senior population through various programs such as Meals-on-Wheels and Congregate Dining. In addition to preparing and transporting food and ensuring a clean and safe facility for Douglas County's Congregate Dining program , the Food Services worker also serves as a County Liaison to ensure the success of programs at satellite locations and special events, working with volunteers, and helping to build community relationships. The right individual will be a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in their work, and is able to adapt to the needs of the moment.

Primary Objectives
Performs intermediate work providing large quantity food preparation and serving according to standardized menus and recipes in an institutional, correctional, residential, or non-residential setting; performs related tasks as apparent or assigned.
This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Supervision Exercised
None

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepares, cooks, and serves meals according to meal-time schedule and established temperature guidelines; prepares meals and food products according to standard recipes, and/or other specifications.
2. Participates in the preparation, cooking and portioning of meals; demonstrates proper care, storage, use, and cleaning of all tools and equipment.
3. Inspects food preparation areas and equipment to ensure proper sanitary and safety procedures are met; demonstrates competent product knowledge by correct storing and handling of all perishables, maintaining quality and integrity; regularly checks and records storage temperatures.
4. Maintains records of food and supplies used, meals served, etc.; prepares periodic and special reports.
5. Monitors and maintains the security of facilities and equipment.
6. Operates cleaning and cooking equipment; participates in the cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas and equipment; ensures proper storage of tools and equipment and the security of the storeroom.
7. Ensures that production meets health, sanitation and quality standards established by the food industry and government agencies.
8. Receives supplies and verifies the accuracy of deliveries; consults with supervisor on resolution of discrepancies.
9. Performs complete inventories of food and supplies; stocks supplies as required.
10. Transports food using county vehicle and monitors public donations received at satellite sites.
11. Acts as County Liaison for County Programs at satellite sites and ensures program procedures and policies are followed.
12. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
13. Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
14. Contributes effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience with proper food handling; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS /LICENSES

• Valid Driver's License
• ServSafe Food Handler certification within six (6) months of date of employment
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification within six (6) months of date of employment

WORKING CONDITIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

WORKING CONDITIONS
The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands, physical agility, sensory requirements, and environmental exposures required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force.
• Work regularly requires standing, walking, speaking or hearing, using hands, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling, pushing or pulling and repetitive motions; occasionally requires climbing or balancing and kneeling or crawling.
• Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operating machinery, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. heavy traffic, large equipment).
• Work frequently requires exposure to wet/humid conditions (non-weather), exposure to extreme cold (non-weather) and exposure to extreme heat (non-weather); occasionally requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to outdoor weather conditions and exposure to bloodborne pathogens (may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment).

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening.
3. Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
4. This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the incumbent. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Douglas County provides benefits to full-time employees. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees working 20-29 hours per week. Part-time employees working 19 hours or less, as well as on-call employees, are not eligible for benefits.


No Nevada State income tax.

Retirement - Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada (PERS)
Douglas County contributes 36.75% of an eligible regular member and 50% of an eligible Police and Fire member's salary for retirement.


Deferred Compensation Plans - Employees have the option to participate in a deferred compensation program through , which is funded by the employee.


Employee Perks

• Vacation : Accrued at the rate of 4.6154 hours per pay period, or 120 hours per year (increase with years of service).
• Sick Leave : Earned at the rate of 3.6923 hours per pay period, or 96 hours per year.
• Holidays : 12 paid holidays per year.
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Annual Gym Membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Health Insurance
As a Douglas County employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with several medical plan options, plus dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and disability insurance. Benefits start on the first of the month after a 60-day waiting period. To learn more about our health insurance and employee benefits, please visit our


Compensation
Douglas County uses a Pay for Performance compensation system, where employees receive annual performance evaluations and may be eligible for merit-based salary increases. Qualified employees can earn up to a 3% merit increase on their anniversary date, and may also receive an annual Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) during the first pay period of each fiscal year, based on the Consumer Price Index, up to a maximum of 5%. In addition, eligible employees who demonstrate exceptional, above-and-beyond performance may receive further compensation through the County's Recognition of Excellence Program.
01


What is your highest level of completed education?

• High School or GED
• Vocational Certification
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or Higher
• None of the Above

02


How many years of experience do you possess in proper food handling? (relevant experience must be listed in work history)

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

03


Briefly describe your experience, if any, of proper food handling in large-scale food preparation environments.
04


Do you hold a current ServSafe Food Handler certification, or are your able to obtain certification within six (6) months of date of employment? (if applicable, please attach)

• Yes, I hold current ServSafe Food Handler Certification.
• I am able to obtain certification within six (6) months of date of employment.
• I DO NOT hold current certification and I WILL NOT be able to obtain certification within six (6) months of date of employment.

05


Do you possess current ServSafe Manager certification? (if applicable, please attach)

• Yes
• No

06


Do you currently hold a CPR, First Aide and AED Certification or are you able to obtain within six (6) months of date of employment?

• Yes, I hold current certification
• I am able to obtain certification within six (6) months of date of employment
• I DO NOT hold current certification and I WILL NOT be able to obtain it within six (6) months of date of employment

07


Will you be able to provide a current valid Driver's License and DMV history report (10 year) if offered employment?

• Yes
• No

08


Are you proficient in utilizing any of the following? Indicate all that apply.

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word

09


What is your level of proficiency using technology and electronic devices such as tablets and computers?

• No Experience
• Basic
• Intermediate
• Advanced

10


Briefly describe why you are interested in the Food Services Worker position with Douglas County Community Services.
11


Douglas County requires applicants to list all work history from your most current employment to 10 years back. If relevant experience is over 10 years please list it on your application. ***Writing "See Resume" on the application in place of completing your information is not acceptable.***Have you listed your current employment through 10 years of work history on your application in addition to listing any relevant experience that exceeds 10 years?

• Yes, I have listed all work history from most current to 10 years back.
• I do not have 10 years of work history, but I have included all employment history.
• I have relevant experience that exceeds 10 years, and I have included the experience on my application.
• No, I have not listed all work history from most current to 10 years back.

12


Are you able to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the job listed on the job description with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

13


Douglas County employees are required to uphold the County's Values and are evaluated based upon these Values. MISSION STATEMENT Working together with integrity and accountability, the Douglas County team is dedicated to providing essential and cost-effective public services fostering a safe, healthy, scenic, and vibrant community for the enjoyment of our residents and visitors. VALUES STATEMENT Integrity - We demonstrate honest and ethical conduct through our actions. Accountability - We accept responsibility for our actions. Customer Service - We deliver efficient and effective service with an attitude of respect and fairness. Leadership - We establish the tone and direction for success motivating and inspiring others to accomplish a shared vision. Communication - We ensure open dialogue through proactive listening and sharing of information throughout the organization and the community. Teamwork - We work together to achieve shared goals.Respect - We will treat all citizens, employees, and visitors with respect.Do you understand Douglas County's Mission and Values Statement and will you be able to uphold them if hired?

• Yes
• No

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