Food Service Specialist II

Job Responsibilities

About Coastal Regional Center

Coastal Center is a residential facility of the SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs. The Center serves residents of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Under the direct supervision of Food Service Director. Incumbent will provide general supervision of tray-line employees.

Performs general food service / warehouse duties at Coastal Center.

1. Assists in preparing of food, diet textures, snacks and diet slips for clients as indicated by physician's orders.

2. Supervise and assist in the production of consumer's meal trays ensuring health and safety guidelines are met.

3. Conforms to required food preparation and cleaning standards as directed by both State and Federal requirements. Assist in dish room running trays through dish machine after meals and ensure cleanliness of trays.

4. Assist with washing pots, pans, glasses, plates, trays, etc. Assist with capping and strapping of food trays on tray line.

Assist in warehouse putting away food / sundries as directed by warehouse supervisor.

The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes :

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Minimum and Additional Requirements

There are no minimum training and experience requirements for this class.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the procurement, storage, preparation, distribution and serving of food products. Knowledge of dietetic principles involved in planning and reviewing menus for nutritional adequacy, dietary balance and attractiveness of prepared food products.

Knowledge of the methods, materials and appliances used in a bakery. Ability to teach food preparation and cooking. Ability to maintain food service records and prepare written reports.

Additional Comments

About Our Agency : The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.

EEO Statement : DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

• Employment Contingency : Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings : medical screening to include a drug screening;
• State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS List of Excluded Individuals / Entities screening;

SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and / or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

Immunization : If this position requires the applicantto work directly with DDSN consumers, a step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold testing must be completed prior tobeginning employment.

All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

State Disaster Plan : In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Employee Referral : The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program.

You may contact Human Resource for further information.

Supplemental Questions : Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment.

Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education.

A resume may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has metthe qualifications for the position.