Food Service Worker

Texas Health & Human Services Commission•Brenham, TX

22d•$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 the Central Kitchen and/or a satellite kitchen or serving area under general supervision. The role prepares, portions, distributes, and serves food for regular and therapeutic diets, and sanitizes 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 duties related to the position. The role supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the Brenham State Supported Living Center. Weekend and holiday work is required; unusual, extended, rotating, or overtime hours may also be required.

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.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to use basic math for cooking and food preparation.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
Ability to bend and reach, and to stand or walk on hard floors for extended periods.
Ability to work in hot and/or cold conditions.
Ability to smell, taste, and see.
Ability to work harmoniously and productively with coworkers and residents.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must pass fingerprint criminal background, pre-employment drug, and specified registry checks; employees are also subject to random drug testing.
Must be willing to work weekends and holidays; flexibility in work hours, overtime, or extended hours may be required.

Nice To Haves

Six months of food service work experience preferred.
Valid Texas driver's license, or ability to obtain one within 90 days after hire, preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and portion food for special diets according to food service procedures.
Prepare scheduled snacks and supplements and maintain a supply of snack items.
Distribute food safely and sanitarily according to food service policies.
Serve 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 as assigned.
Complete required paperwork accurately and on time.
Sanitize and store dishes and food service equipment according to procedures.
Clean the kitchen, stock room, food preparation areas, and satellite areas using required sanitation 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 activities as needed, potentially at an alternate location or on an alternate shift.
Deliver food to homes in a state vehicle if required.
Work weekends and holidays and, as needed, rotating, extended, or overtime shifts.