Food Service Specialist IV - MEDC
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $37,200.00 - $59,500.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Public service loan forgiveness program
Employee assistance program
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
Vacation leave
sick leave
Paid holidays
State retirement plans
deferred compensation programs
discount programs
Job Description
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is a dedicated government agency focused on transforming the lives of youth within the state of South Carolina. Its core mission is to impact and uplift young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities by offering targeted prevention and rehabilitation programs. DJJ operates various juvenile facilities where it provides supervision, care, and rehabilitation services tailored to help juvenile offenders reintegrate into society successfully. As part of a commitment to public safety and youth development, the Department continues to employ qualified professionals who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives... Show More
Job Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- related food service experience
- 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
- strong organizational, problem-solving and communication skills
- must be able to work rotating weekends and state holidays
- must be able to work first and second shifts
- exposure to hazardous equipment, extreme heat and freezing temperatures
- ability to lift up to 50 lbs as necessary
- willing to perform duties related to custody, control, transportation or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of DJJ
Job Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- prior supervisory experience in quantity and quality cooking and baking
- 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
- 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
- strong organizational, problem-solving and communication skills
Job Duties
- Supervise, instruct and train new employees, temporary employees and inmate labor
- monitor and verify productivity output, teach and demonstrate correct techniques of food preparation for maximum palatability, appearance and minimum waste
- oversee the safe usage of mixers, slicers, can openers, ovens and steamers
- prepare food service production reports, usage reports and inventory forms on a weekly basis
- verify that production records are complete and accurate to Department of Education/USDA standards on a daily basis
- oversee the distribution of meals and storage of food items and supplies
- estimate quantities of food and non-food items needed to meet menu requirements
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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