Food Service Worker II
About The Position
The Food Service Worker II performs routine, journey-level food service work on a designated shift and rotation in a central kitchen and/or satellite kitchen or serving area at San Antonio State Hospital. The position prepares, portions, distributes, and serves food for regular and therapeutic diets, and sanitizes equipment, work areas, dishes, utensils, pots, and pans. The worker may train other Food Service Workers and must handle food in accordance with federal and state requirements and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines, as well as follow kitchen and food safety procedures. Work is performed under moderate supervision, with limited latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. The position may require a specific or rotating shift schedule, extended shifts, overtime, and flexibility in working hours. Employees may also be assigned to support disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations (COOP), which may involve a different shift pattern or work location. Travel may be required up to 10%. The position is full-time, regular, nonexempt, and not eligible for telework. The monthly salary range is $2,639.75 to $3,404.91. HHSC offers benefits that include 100% paid employee health insurance for eligible full-time employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off, and career advancement opportunities. Hiring requirements include passing fingerprint-based criminal background and registry checks and a pre-employment drug screen. Employees must comply with applicable HHSC immunization policies and state hospital procedures.
Requirements
- Paid or unpaid experience in food service work, or prior paid work experience of any kind.
- Knowledge of food preparation methods.
- Knowledge of food storage standards and sanitation regulations.
- Skill in operating and sanitizing food service equipment.
- Ability to prepare and serve food.
- Ability to clean dining, serving, and food preparation areas to facility or department standards.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to speak and read English.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Ability to perform basic math used in cooking and food preparation.
- Ability to work harmoniously and productively with coworkers and patients.
- Must possess or be willing to obtain a food safety certification (ServSafe, Learn to Serve, or Food Protection Manager) within the first six months of employment.
- If required to drive a state vehicle, must have a valid Texas driver's license or obtain one within 90 days after hire; applicants with an out-of-state license must provide an original certified driving record, and an eligible driving record is required under HHSC Fleet Management policy.
- Must be at least 18 years old for employment at a state-operated facility.
- Must pass fingerprint criminal background and registry checks and a pre-employment drug screen.
- Must comply with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of food service work experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing and portioning food for special diets according to food service procedures.
- Prepare scheduled snacks and supplements and maintain the supply of snack items.
- Participate in distributing food safely and sanitarily according to food service policies.
- Assist in serving food according to food service procedures.
- Handle food in accordance with food service procedures, state and federal guidelines, and HACCP requirements.
- Receive food and supply deliveries from vendors.
- Complete required paperwork accurately and on time.
- Follow procedures for sanitation and storage of dishes and food service equipment.
- Clean the kitchen, stock room, food preparation areas, and satellite areas according to required sanitation procedures.
- Observe safety procedures and practices.
- Train or assist in training new kitchen employees.
- Attend work regularly and perform other assigned duties, including possible support for disaster response, recovery, or COOP activation.
Benefits
- 100% paid employee health insurance for eligible full-time employees
- Defined benefit pension plan
- Generous time off benefits
- Opportunities for career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
