What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Worker III-Utah State Hospital position at State of Utah?
The Food Service Worker III works closely with both the department manager and kitchen staff to oversee quality meal preparation while having an active role in sanitation and safety in the food service department. This position will lead, coach and direct Food Service Workers to ensure that assigned area's responsibilities are accomplished.
Principal Duties:
- Supervises subordinate personnel including: hiring, determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions.
- Ensures that food is maintained at appropriate temperatures. Covers and stores leftover food, records serving temperatures and leftover quantities.
- Inspects and maintains food quality, handling, and safety standards.
- Destroys or disposed of outdated, sensitive documents, blank warrants, expired food stamps, etc., in a manner appropriate for the sensitivity.
- Cooks, bakes, or serves regular and/or special meals to clients and/or staff.
- Coordinates an inventory management system to effectively control and distribute supplies and equipment.
- Verifies that cash intake matches sales and inventory activity.
- Cleans, sterilizes and or disinfects areas and/or equipment.
- Current employee of the Utah State Hospital
- Has ServSafe Certification
- Basic knowledge of the principals of dietetics/nutrition and USH kitchen processes.
- Knowledge and experience in food preparation, sanitation, inventory rotation, large scale ordering, record keeping, safety, and deep-clean scheduling/tracking
- Experience with safety guidelines using the kitchen equipment
The Utah State Hospital is a state-of-the-art psychiatric facility, fully accredited from the Joint Commission and Centers for Medicaid and Medicare, certifying the high quality of the Hospital's environment and treatment programs. Situated on a beautiful campus at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, we are conveniently close to several educational institutions and the best recreation Utah Valley has to offer. Joining our team will allow you to contribute to the overall wellness on campus, providing a safe and respectful environment to promote hope and improved quality of life for individuals with mental illness.
Benefits
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: Benefits
Additional Benefits:
Access to a UTA Pass
Beautiful campus near the Wasatch mountains
Cafeteria on site with meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase
Access to comfort rooms while on campus, and as well as other mental wellness benefits
Access to the Utah State Hospital Disc Golf Course
Our beautiful campus is situated at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, conveniently close to several Universities, great housing options in wonderful neighborhoods, and all the best recreation Utah Valley has to offer. For more information about the Utah State Hospital, our philosophy, mission, and treatment programs, we invite you to browse our website.
- Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
- Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
- Department of Human Resource Management rules and DHHS policies regarding promotions and transfers apply to current employees.
- The Utah State Hospital is a smoke free environment. No tobacco use is allowed on campus.
- Only applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be contacted.
Salary : $16 - $23
