OPS FOOD SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 50509998
About The Position
The Food Service Administrator (FSA) works under the supervision of the Food Service Director and assists with the day-to-day food service operation at the State Veterans’ Domiciliary Home. The role shares responsibility for staffing oversight and, in the Food Service Director’s absence, directs Food Support Workers and Food Control Specialists in food preparation and meal service. The FSA is responsible for pre-preparation, preparation, and production of assigned meals, as well as assigning shift duties and training and motivating staff. The role helps maintain clean and sanitary food preparation, serving, and storage areas; ensures food safety, hygiene, and facility safety procedures are followed; and assists with kitchen equipment maintenance and purchasing. The FSA also coordinates with the Food Service Director and Consultant Dietician on staff training and residents’ nutritional needs, monitors and documents food temperatures, and attends in-service training. Other related duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- At least one year of cooking experience in a commercial or cafeteria-style setting; fast-food experience does not qualify.
- At least one year of supervisory experience.
- Willingness and ability to work 10-hour shifts.
- Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays as required.
- Willingness and ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Willingness and ability to become a Certified Food Manager upon hire; training is provided at the facility.
- Willingness and ability to work in Lake City, Florida.
- Successful completion of the due diligence process, including a Level II background check and drug test.
Nice To Haves
- Food preparation experience in a long-term care facility.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Assist with day-to-day food service operations at the State Veterans’ Domiciliary Home and share staffing oversight responsibilities.
- Maintain clean and sanitary conditions in food preparation, serving-line, and storage areas.
- Assist the Food Service Director with purchase requests and food production services in accordance with VA, state, and federal regulations.
- Complete pre-preparation, preparation, and production of assigned meals.
- Oversee shift staffing and assign duties.
- Train and motivate staff to perform their duties effectively and efficiently and to achieve quality and quantity standards.
- Ensure staff follow state and facility safety procedures for food production and equipment cleaning.
- Instruct staff on proper food preparation, storage, and disposal precautions and personal hygiene.
- Assist with oversight of the care and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
- In the Food Service Director’s absence, direct Food Support Workers and Food Control Specialists in food preparation and meal service.
- Coordinate with the Food Service Director to identify and provide training to kitchen staff on food preparation, storage, and related topics.
- Assist with purchase requests for food, cleaning supplies, utensils, pots and pans, dishes, and paper products.
- Consult with the Consultant Dietician and Food Service Director regarding residents’ nutritional needs.
- Ensure hot and cold foods are kept at appropriate temperatures and document temperatures for each meal.
- Attend in-service training.
- Perform other related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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