LCA DFAC Food Service Worker I (FT) (Rantoul, IL, US, 61866)

State of Illinois
State of Illinois

Rantoul, IL, USA

Posted on Jun 11, 2026

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

JOB REQUISITION: 56666

ANNUAL SALARY: MIN. $36,049 MAX. $46,868

Anticipated salary: $36,049

LINCOLNS CHALLENGE ACADEMY EMPLOYEE HOURS:

8 Hours - 5:30AM – 1:00PM OR 12:30PM - 8:00PM

Can vary based on mission requirements

SCHEDULE:

Monday, Thursday - Sunday (off on Tuesday and Wednesday)

Can vary based on mission requirements

Agency Contact:

SHERRI WHITE-TAYLOR

Email: sherri.white-taylor@illinois.gov

Phone #: 217-892-1302

Essential Function 1

Maintain cleanliness preparing food service areas and ensuring high standards of safety and customer service while working collaboratively with integrated teams.

Essential Function 2

Prepares dining areas for meals and sets up serving lines.

• Distributes and serves meals and beverages.

Essential Function 3

Assists with performing daily, weekly and monthly deep cleaning of the kitchen and service areas as assigned.

• Cleans and sterilizes dishes, kitchen utensils, and equipment
• Disposes of trash and packaging containers.
• Clean spills immediately and follow all sanitation guidelines.

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

Prefers one year experience in food preparation and cooking in a commercial kitchen.

Employment Condition 1

  1. Requires the ability to pass a DoD background investigation.
  2. Requires Food Handlers Certification within two months of hire.
  3. Required to work a flex work schedule including weekends and evenings when necessary to meet agency needs.
  4. This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Agency: Department of Military Affairs
Salary: ANNUAL SALARY: MIN. $36,049 MAX. $46,868 Anticipated salary: $36,049 Job Type: Salaried Full-Time
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Number of Vacancies: 4

Department: Lincoln's Challenge Academy

Work Location: 212 W Borman Dr, Rantoul, Illinois, 61866

NOTE: NO Health and NO Dental Benefits 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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