Food Service Worker II

Texas Health & Human Services Commission•POLLOK, TX

3d•$2,640 - $3,405•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker II performs moderately complex food service work on an assigned shift and rotation in a central or satellite kitchen or serving area under general supervision. The role includes preparing, portioning, distributing, and serving food for regular and therapeutic diets, as well as cleaning and sanitizing equipment, work areas, dishes, utensils, pots, and pans. The worker handles food according to federal, state, and HACCP guidelines and follows kitchen and food safety procedures. The position may include training and overseeing other food service workers, delivering food to homes in a state vehicle, and performing other related duties. The employee may need to work weekends, holidays, unusual or extended hours, overtime, or alternate shifts and locations during disaster response or continuity-of-operations activation. This is a full-time, evening-shift position at the Lufkin State Supported Living Center in Pollok, Texas; telework is not eligible.

Requirements

One of the following: paid or unpaid food service work experience; graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent; or some work experience.
Knowledge of food preparation methods, food storage standards, and sanitation regulations.
Skill in operating and sanitizing food service equipment.
Ability to prepare and serve food, clean dining, serving, and food preparation areas to facility or department standards, and maintain accurate records.
Ability to speak and read English and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to use basic math for cooking and food preparation.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds; bend and reach; and stand or walk on hard floors for extended periods.
Ability to work in hot and/or cold conditions and to smell, taste, and see.
Ability to work harmoniously and productively with coworkers and residents.
Must be willing to work weekends and holidays; flexibility in work hours, overtime, and extended hours may be required.
Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
Must pass fingerprint criminal background, pre-employment drug-screen, and applicable registry checks; employees are also subject to random drug testing.
Males between ages 18 and 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

Nice To Haves

Six months of food service work experience preferred.
A valid Texas driver's license, or ability to obtain one no later than 90 days after hire, is preferred. Eligible driving record required under HHSC Fleet Management policy; applicants with an out-of-state license must provide an original certified driving record.

Responsibilities

Prepare and portion food for special diets according to food service procedures.
Prepare scheduled snacks and supplements and maintain the supply of snack items.
Participate in the safe and sanitary distribution of food according to food service policies.
Assist in serving food according to food service procedures.
Handle food according to food service procedures and state, federal, and HACCP guidelines.
Receive food and supply deliveries from vendors as assigned.
Complete required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
Follow procedures for sanitation and storage of dishes and food service equipment.
Clean and sanitize the kitchen, stock room, food preparation areas, and satellite areas according to required procedures.
Observe safety procedures and practices.
Train or assist in training new food service employees.
Attend work regularly, complete required training, and perform other assigned duties.
Participate in agency disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations Plan activation as needed, which may require an alternate shift or location.
May drive a state vehicle to deliver food to homes.