Food Service Assistant - Permanent Part-Time

The Food Service Assistant (FSA) is to serve diets as ordered to each resident according to a pre-planned schedule. This position is responsible for preparation of some menu items and for preparing the menu for serving. This encompasses maintaining safe temperatures of food items; plating meals following specifically ordered diets; following safe food handling policies/procedures; assisting trainer staff in dining rooms as needed; providing snacks and medically ordered nourishments for residents; completing proper food storage and labeling; maintaining clean and safe kitchen environment; ordering and replenishing stock items for the main kitchen; providing appropriate interactions with residents. The FSA is responsible for washing and storage of dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and appliances in the kitchen

This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.

As of June 1, 2023, the new salary range will be $13,425.00 - $23,495.00.00.Â

Salary Grade NC01; Recruitment Range $15,600.00 - $23,495.00

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About J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center

 The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive, & functional abilities.

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is located just an hour from the Queen City of Charlotte, home of the Carolina Panthers and the City of Asheville home to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn.  Our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County.  We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James.  Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family.

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To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following.

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• The ability to read and write and the ability to learn food preparation and cleaning procedures.
• The ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees and residents.
• The ability to learn, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
• The ability to perform moderately heavy labor for extended periods of time.
• Applicant should maintain high standards of personal cleanliness and food sanitation.
  
  

Management Preferences

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• Education and/or experience in food service with focus on medical diets that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade.
• The ability to use various computer programs such as e-mail, Microsoft Word, and Excel as well as general office equipment.
  
  

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Physical Requirements

Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering (picking, pinching, typing), grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, ability to exert up to 50 lbs of occasional force and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects. Visual Acuity Requirements: Visual acuity to determine acuity accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work.Â

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Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Education and/or experience in food service that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade.

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Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities.

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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. Applicants who obtained their education outside of the United States and its territories are expected to assume responsibility for having their academic degrees validated as equivalent to a degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.

Please make sure you complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the

status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

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For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 828-438-6552.

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