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Working Title: Food Service Worker

Job Class: Food Service Worker

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job ID : 84802

• Location : _Itasca State Park

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Seasonal

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 3/13/2025

• Closing Date : 9/30/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

• Division/Unit : DNR Parks & Trails Reg 1 / Itasca State Park

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift

• Days of Work : Varies

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $20.21 – $25.05 / hourly

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME

• Work Area : Itasca State Park

• FLSA Status : 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.

Job Summary

Established in 1891, Itasca is the oldest state park in Minnesota and one of the first state parks in the country. Home to the Headwaters of the Mississippi River, the park is one of the top tourism attractions in the Upper Midwest. Itasca State Park operates 7 days a week with visitors on-site 24 hours a day during peak operations.

This announcement will be used to fill multiple positions throughout the 2025 operating season at Itasca State Park.

The DNR is currently seeking multiple part-time Food Service Workers to prepare and serve food, wash dishes, and clean food service areas at Itasca State Park. Normal anticipated season dates are from approximately May 7 th through October 31 st . Work hours vary, and workdays include evenings, holidays, and weekends. Housing may be available.

Responsibilities include:

• Operate dishwasher and maintain a clean dish area and receiving dock.

• Prep various food items to specification based on the needs of the operation and as instructed for use in the Douglas Lodge and Mary Gibbs kitchen.

• Assist on the line at Douglas Lodge/Mary Gibbs Café preparing fried foods, sandwiches, salads, burgers, and other menu items as directed.

• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of the Douglas Lodge and Mary Gibbs Café Food Service operations as per management expectations and Health Department standards.

• Assist customers of Douglas Lodge Restaurant/Mary Gibbs Café in order to provide customer service, process reports, act as a cashier, and prepare the tills for day-to-day operations.

• Serve as a guest services representative for Itasca State Park at Douglas Lodge/Mary Gibbs Café in order to provide visitors with an exceptional overall experience of not only Douglas Lodge Restaurant/Mary Gibbs Café, but Itasca State Park as a whole.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing food, and the care and use of cooking utensils and equipment.

Knowledge of safety and accident prevention measures sufficient to identify safety hazards, make necessary repairs, and/or alert appropriate personnel.

Organizational and interpersonal skills sufficient to work as a productive member of teams.

Oral, written, and customer service communication skills sufficient to effectively communicate complex information to a wide variety of audiences and meet expectations and requirements of staff and customers.

Conflict resolution/human relation skills sufficient to negotiate, resolve issues, read situations, and settle disputes equitably by finding common ground and cooperation.

Time management skills sufficient to make decisions and meet deadlines sometimes with incomplete information, under tight deadlines, and pressure by unforeseeable events and/or emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year experience in food preparation, serving, cleanup, and storage.

First Aid and CPR training.

Knowledge of park rules, policies, and facilities and other local points of interest.

Additional Requirements

For positions that require driving responsibilities, an unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record is required.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Conflict of Interest Review

• Criminal History Check

• Education Verification

• Employment Reference / Records Check

• License / Certification Verification

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.