Food Service Specialist IV

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

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job family are involved in handling, preparing, cooking and serving food for regular, modified and special diets at Griffin Memorial Hospital. This includes maintaining clean and sanitary work, preparation and serving areas. At this level, incumbent is assigned responsibility for the administration of the food service unit and activities of assigned staff in the preparation and serving of food at Griffin Memorial Hospital and Children's Recovery Center. In this role, the incumbent will provide direction to staff members in completing assigned work and ensuring completion of required activities. Responsibilities will also be assigned for interpreting menus and menu instructions; ensuring proper hygiene and sanitation methods are followed; inspecting kitchen and dining areas; requisitioning supplies; and maintaining a storeroom.

Requirements

Three years of experience in a commercial or institutional food service or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Substituting one year of vocational or technical school training in food preparation for the required experience.
Ability to lift/carry 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently.
Able to push and pull a maximum force of 50 pounds.
Willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Handling, preparing, cooking and serving food for regular, modified and special diets.
Maintaining clean and sanitary work, preparation and serving areas.
Administration of the food service unit and activities of assigned staff.
Providing direction to staff members in completing assigned work and ensuring completion of required activities.
Interpreting menus and menu instructions.
Ensuring proper hygiene and sanitation methods are followed.
Inspecting kitchen and dining areas.
Requisitioning supplies.
Maintaining a storeroom.