Food Service Technician I - Part Time

About the role

Southeastern Virginia Training Center is seeking a dedicated and reliable Food Service Technician I – Part Time to join the Food Services team. This position supports the health and well‑being of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive a delivery truck to and from residential homes in all weather conditions.
• Load and unload food carts and deliver to homes safely and accurately.
• Push carts into homes and connect them to re‑therm units.
• Ensure proper placement of hot and cold items in carts prior to delivery.
• Wash dishes, lids, and trays according to Back of House (BOH) standards.
• Assemble/disassemble the dishwasher and clean food service equipment.
• Set up trays with condiments and prepare supplemental food orders.
• Ensure food is served at appropriate temperatures.
• Clean and sanitize food carts, dishes, pots, pans, and utensils.
• Maintain cleanliness of food service areas, including scrubbing floors and tables.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Active, valid driver’s license (required).
• Basic knowledge of food safety.
• Awareness of BOH regulations and ability to adhere to them.
• Bonus: experience in residential food service work, food consistencies, or diet requirements.

Schedule

• Rotating shifts: 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, or 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM.
• Includes weekends and holidays.
• Must be available for overtime and shift flexibility as needed.

Pay

$15.00 hourly

Additional Information

• Positions are hourly/wage and not eligible for benefits.
• Hourly employees may not work more than 29 hours per week and are limited to 1,500 hours per year.
• Considered essential personnel; required to report to work during facility needs or emergencies.
• All new hires must complete a 5‑day Pre‑Service Training Program (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM daily).

Contact Information

Sarita Jordan
Phone: 757‑424‑8545
Email: sarita.jordan@dbhds.virginia.gov