Food Service Worker II
About The Position
The Food Service Worker II performs routine food service work on an assigned shift and rotation in a central kitchen and/or satellite kitchen or serving area. The work includes preparing, portioning, distributing, and serving food for regular and therapeutic diets, along with sanitizing equipment, work areas, dishes, utensils, pots, and pans. The worker may train other Food Service Workers and must handle food in accordance with federal, state, and HACCP guidelines and follow kitchen and food safety procedures. The position works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. The role is based at Terrell State Hospital in Terrell, Texas. The posting lists an evening shift, with an additional first/day shift, and states that flexibility in work hours may be required. The position is not eligible for telework, may involve travel up to 10%, and may require overtime, extended hours, rotating schedules, or alternate shift patterns and locations during disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activation. The worker must attend work regularly and perform other assigned duties. Applicants must pass the required fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and applicable registry checks. Employees must comply with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital procedures. The position requires a food safety certification or willingness to obtain one within the first six months of employment. A valid Texas driver license is required only if the position requires driving; the license must be obtained within 90 days of hire to drive a state vehicle.
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 co-workers 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, must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain one within 90 days after hire to drive a state vehicle; an eligible driving record is required under HHSC Fleet Management policy.
- Must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and applicable registry checks.
- Must be at least 18 years old to work at a state-operated facility; applicants for Terrell Center for Youth must be at least 21 years old.
- Must comply with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of experience in food service work is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparation and portioning of food for special diets according to food service procedures.
- Prepare scheduled snacks and supplements and maintain snack supplies.
- Distribute food safely and sanitarily in accordance with food service policies.
- Assist with serving food according to food service procedures.
- Handle food in accordance with food service procedures and state, federal, and HACCP guidelines.
- 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.
- Participate in agency disaster response or recovery and Continuity of Operations activities as assigned, potentially at an alternate shift or location.
- Attend work regularly and perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible 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
