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LCA DFAC Food Service Worker II

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Date:  Jan 15, 2026
Location: 

Rantoul, IL, US, 61866

Job Requisition ID:  52893

DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS - 
LINCOLN'S CHALLENGE ACADEMY
PERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACT POSTING
 
 
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through SuccessFactors.  Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
 
****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****
 
Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that you must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
 
Work Location: 212 W Borman Dr, Rantoul, Illinois, 61866 

NO MEDICAL AND NO DENTAL INSURANCE PROVIDED
 
LCA DFAC FOOD SERVICE WORKER II


JOB REQUISITION:  52893
Anticipated annual salary is $40,332


LINCOLNS CHALLENGE ACADEMY EMPLOYEE HOURS: 

HOURS:  10:00 am - 6:00 pm    Friday thru Tuesday

SCHEDULE:  Can vary based on mission requirements

Agency Contact:
SHERRI WHITE-TAYLOR
Email: sherri.white-taylor@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-892-1302

Essential Function 1

Possess knowledge and follows guidelines for dining facility operations, nutrition standards and food safety.

• Follows safety guidelines for the operation and cleaning procedures of all commercial dining facility equipment.
• Follows health codes/requirements in the areas of food safety per public health agencies.

Assists in receiving shipments and deliveries of food or commodities from vendors and delivery personnel.

• Compare the received order against the original order placed.
• Maintain accurate records of received orders, including any modifications or discrepancies.
• Assess the quality of the items received to ensure they meet the order.

Assists LCA DFAC supervisor and assumes supervisory role in their absence.

Minimum Qualifications 1

1. Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
2. Requires an understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications 1

1 Prefers two years’ experience in food preparation and cooking in a commercial kitchen.
2 Prefers formal training in culinary arts.

Employment Condition 1

1. Requires the ability to pass a DoD background investigation.
2. Requires a valid driver’s license in the appropriate classification as required by law.
3. Requires Food Service Manager Certification and Food Allergen Training Certification within two months of hire.
4. Required to work a flex work schedule including weekends and evenings when necessary to meet agency needs.
5. This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Agency:  Department of Military Affairs  
Anticipated salary: Anticipated annual salary is $40,332
County:  Champaign; DeWitt; Douglas; Effingham; Ford; Iroquois; Kankakee; Livingston; Madison; Mason; McLean; Menard; Piatt; Sangamon; Vermilion

Number of Vacancies:  1

Department: Lincoln's Challenge Academy
Work Location: 212 W Borman Dr, Rantoul, Illinois, 61866 

HOURS:  10:00 am - 6:00 pm    Friday thru Tuesday

SCHEDULE:  Can vary based on mission requirements

NOTE: Health and Dental insurance is not provided for this position. 
 
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website.
 
State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
 
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
 
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