Food Service Specialist II

About Whitten Regional Center
Whitten Regional Center is an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) of the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD), Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) located in Clinton, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of duties involved in preparing and serving individual meals. We emphasize consumers receiving proper diet and consistency. This position also checks food temperatures, cleans equipment, and assists in maintaining sanitation throughout the process.

• Prepares trays from serving line placing correct diet and correct portion size on tray. Monitors temperatures, appearance of food, and trays for accuracy. Cleans and calibrates thermometers. Fills sanitizer and wash buckets. Checks and documents sanitizer concentration. Takes dirty pans and scoops to the dish room, and empties trash.
• Retrieves used carts at off loading area, from delivery crew. Empties and clean carts, and equipment Cleans and maintains sanitation of tray line, dish room, preparation, coolers and other areas of food service. Cleans I sanitizes utensils, pans, racks and carts. Cleans dishwasher. Completes all assigned duties before end of shift Assists in all areas of Food service as needed.
• Stocks tray line and counts out items for use. Rotates stock ensuring (FIFO) first in, first out. Checks labels of food items. Monitors for out of date items. Sets up work station in a timely manner. Restocks items between meals. Ensures no damaged products are present.
• Cleans and maintains sanitation of tray line, dish room, clean dish room, coolers and other areas as assigned. Cleans and sanitizes ice machine, and ice tables.
• Works in preparation room to prepare food for consumers. Bags milk and snacks as needed.
• Cross trains to have the ability to work all areas of tray line, as directed.
• Works in all areas of Food Service as assigned. Completes all assigned duties by end of shift. Ensures hygiene and sanitation according to DPH regulations, SC state and facility policies, and Food Service Department rules. Monitors incoming calls. Makes diet changes as necessary.
• Conducts residential, food service, and facility food storage area inspections as assigned.
• Completes attendance sheets daily. Maintain break times, in accordance with departmental rules.
• Maintains a positive attitude, and actively engages in team work.

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 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

A High School Diploma or GED and experience in quantity and quality cooking, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 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 Food Service. Ability to teach food preparation and cooking. Ability to maintain food service records and prepare written reports. Acquires and maintains Serv-Safe, Defensive Driving, and CPR Certifications.

About Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 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: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 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; background record checks (to include fingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General List of Excluded Individuals/Entities screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment 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 applicant to work directly with consumers of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, tuberculosis (TB) skin or blood testing must be completed prior to beginning 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, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster. Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 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 will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.