Food Service Specialist II - Woodward

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services•Woodward, OK

About The Position

The Food Service Specialist II prepares and serves meals for individuals in inpatient and enhanced residential facilities, primarily at Lighthouse Services in Woodward. The role helps ensure meals are prepared and served safely, efficiently, and with care, while maintaining an organized, clean, and sanitary kitchen and food-service area. The specialist works as part of a team, follows food-safety and workplace procedures, and provides direction and assistance to employees performing simple, routine food-handling and serving duties. The position is full-time, with primary working hours of either 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. The annual salary is $32,500 ($15.62 per hour). There is one vacancy. The application period begins October 23, 2026, and remains open until filled. The role is non-exempt. Work hours and location may vary based on business necessity, and employees may be required to work weekends and overtime.

Requirements

One year of experience in commercial or institutional food service, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
One year of vocational or technical school training in food preparation may substitute for the required experience.
Must be able to pass an OSBI background check.
Must possess a U.S. driver’s license for job-related travel if necessary.
For safety-sensitive positions, applicants must submit to a urinalysis drug test after a conditional offer; appointment is contingent on a negative result.
If required, must pass a physical examination, including the ability to occasionally lift or carry 50 pounds and pull a maximum force of 25 pounds.
May be required to work weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve meals for inpatient and residential facilities.
Use a variety of cooking and baking equipment and supplies.
Cut and prepare meat, poultry, and fish.
Fry, roast, bake, and prepare a variety of foods.
Help maintain an organized, clean, and sanitary kitchen and food-service area.
Provide direction and assistance to employees performing simple and routine food-handling and serving duties.
Follow food-safety, sanitation, and workplace procedures.
Work as part of a team to ensure meals are prepared and served on schedule.