Food Service Specialist IV - BRRC

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). 

MISSION:
 It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

JOB PURPOSE:

Under general supervision, performs duties in food services to include food preparation, cooking, serving and delivering meals inside the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice facilities. Cleans assigned areas of food services to meet guidelines and standards set by the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). Provide excellent customer service and continually assessing performance based on customer feedback.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise, instruct and train new employees, temporary employees and inmate labor.

Teach and demonstrate correct techniques of food preparation for maximum palatability, appearance and minimum waste.

Prepare food service records and reports.

In a bakery/kitchen setting: Instruct subordinate personnel in proper methods of preparing food items either by hand or by machine mixing/cooking.

Supervise the cleaning of equipment and utensils.

Supervise the distribution of meals and storage of food items and supplies.

Estimate quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements and supplies as needed.

Work alongside the kitchen manager to ensure accurate and timely ordering of food and supplies.

Inspect and taste prepared foods.

Cook or garnish food requiring skillful preparation, including roasts, stews, soups and gravies.

Work in the presence of and guides the work of adult or youth inmates.

Will follow all policies and procedures that guide specific work and general state guidelines that are required of all state employees.

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Related food service experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of storage, preparation and service of various food products.

Knowledge of principles and procedures of food service materials and appliances used in a kitchen/bakery.

Knowledge of sanitary and safety procedures pertaining to kitchen operation and/or general food preparation and service.

The ability to teach food preparation and cooking.

Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of food service personnel.

Ability to maintain food service records and prepare written and digital reports.

General knowledge and skill level with Microsoft office products.

Essential Position: This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Must be able to work rotating weekends and state holidays.

Must be able to work first and second shifts.

Will have exposure to hazardous equipment, extreme heat and freezing temperatures, ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as necessary.

PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma and prior supervisory experience in quantity and quality cooking and baking. 

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
 

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
•  Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date. 

 

You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.

Sign-On Bonus: Agencies may give sign-on bonuses to individuals recruited to critical needs jobs at the beginning of their employment with the agency. Bonuses cannot be offered or given to employees moving from other agencies by transfer, promotion or demotion. Sign-on bonuses are limited to one per employee, per year. 

Salary : $32,686 - $60,471