• Working Title
• : •Food Service Worker (FSW)•

Job Class:

Food Service Worker

• Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
• + •

Job ID:

• 96600 +
• Location:
• Hastings +
• Telework Eligible
• : No +
• Full/Part Time
• : Part-Time +
• Regular/Temporary:
• Unlimited +
• Who May Apply:
• Open to all qualified job seekers +
• Date Posted:
• 09/01/2026 +
• Closing Date:
• 09/08/2026 +
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
• Minnesota Veterans Home - Hastings Domiciliary / AFSCME +
• Division/Unit:
• Minnesota Veterans Home - Hastings Dietary +
• Work Shift/Work Hours:
• Rotating shifts: 5:00am-1:30pm and 10:00am-6:30pm +
• Days of Work:
• Varied days of the week including weekends and holidays +
• Travel Required
• : No +
• Salary Range:
• $20.87 - $25.88 / hourly +
• Classified Status:
• Classified +
• Bargaining Unit:
• 203 - Service / AFSCME +
• FLSA:
• Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/)
• :•Yes •The work you'll do is more than just a job.
• At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
• It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Hastings! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500 if you are hired in a part-time position that is represented by AFSCME collective bargaining agreement.
• Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!
• An employee in this position will prepare, portion, and serve nutritionally adequate meals and snacks for the residents, staff and guests at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Hastings.

In addition, the incumbent will prepare salads, nourishments and carry-out lunches, sets up for special functions and maintains a clean, safe and sanitary work environment. This position is designated as part-time. The work schedule will include at least 40 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. This position is initially eligible for a partial employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits. The Minnesota Veterans Home in Hastings is a Domiciliary (DOM) which is an independent living community for Veterans. It provides a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. Our rewarding program helps Veterans with their clinical, mental, chemical, and physical needs, and has the capacity to serve 195 Veterans between the Hastings and Minneapolis campuses. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth. The Hastings DOM is located in the southeast metro with connecting highways for an easy commute. The beautiful 128-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Vermillion River.

• _Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select_
• Link (https://youtu.be/uLsQU1FT0hs)
• Minimum Qualifications
• Knowledge of: + Materials and methods used in preparing food + Care and use of cooking utensils and equipment + Food values and nutrition Ability to: + Perform simple cooking on a large scale + Plan and prepare small meals on a household scale + Perform cleaning and food service tasks + To read diet cards and follow instructions
• Preferred Qualifications
• + Food service related experience specifically with prepping, plating and serving food + Knowledge of basic sanitation standards + ServSafe Food Certificate
• Additional Requirements
• This position requires successful completion of the following: + A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position.

When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.

+ A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) Screening or Chest X-Ray is required prior to employment.

+ Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.