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State of Oklahoma

Food Service Specialist IV

Lawton, OK, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $19.68
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program

Job Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs is a state government agency dedicated to serving the needs of veterans. Among its many functions, it manages healthcare facilities such as the Lawton/Ft. Sill Veterans Home, providing comprehensive care and support to aging veterans and their families. This agency is committed to ensuring that veterans receive the respect, care, and services they deserve. As part of this mission, the Department fosters a work environment built on integrity, dedication, and community service, offering meaningful employment opportunities in a variety of healthcare and service roles.

The Food Service Specialist IV position is a vital ro... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Three years of experience in commercial or institutional food service or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • vocational or technical school training in food preparation may substitute for experience
  • ability to carry out routine tasks to completion
  • ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
  • ability to prepare and cook foods, baked goods and meat
  • ability to direct the work of food service personnel
  • ability to use a variety of tools and knives
  • ability to control food stock
  • ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • ability to interpret and prepare special dietary menus and menu instructions
  • ability to organize and supervise the work of others
  • some positions may require possession of a valid Oklahoma driver's license at time of appointment
  • some positions within the Office of Juvenile Affairs may require applicants to be able to lift 25 pounds
  • physical examination and ability to meet lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling requirements as specified for Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants
  • some positions may be deemed safety sensitive as defined by applicable state statutes

Job Qualifications

  • Three years of experience in commercial or institutional food service or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • vocational or technical school training in food preparation may substitute for experience
  • knowledge of basic food preparation techniques
  • knowledge of food service operations
  • knowledge of proper sanitation practices
  • knowledge of basic mathematics
  • knowledge of ingredients used in baking and cooking
  • knowledge of food storage, preparation and cooking
  • knowledge of recipe usage
  • knowledge of standard weights and measures used in cooking and calculating and measuring ingredients
  • knowledge of operation of kitchen equipment and utensils
  • knowledge of practices and problems of meat storage and preparation
  • knowledge of modern methods and materials used in large scale baking, cooking, and meat cutting
  • knowledge of cutting, mixing and adding ingredients to all types of meat
  • knowledge of sanitary and health standards
  • knowledge of supervisory principles and practices
  • knowledge of basic nutrition
  • knowledge of food service organization and operation
  • knowledge of menu planning
  • knowledge of recipe interpretation
  • knowledge of the principles of training
  • knowledge of administrative principles and practices
  • ability to carry out routine tasks to completion
  • ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
  • ability to prepare and cook foods, baked goods and meat
  • ability to direct the work of food service personnel
  • ability to use a variety of tools and knives
  • ability to control food stock
  • ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • ability to interpret and prepare special dietary menus and menu instructions
  • ability to organize and supervise the work of others

Job Duties

  • Prepares foods, salads, and desserts
  • cooks or bakes a variety of items
  • supplies unit with meat, fish or fowl as ordered
  • cuts and prepares meat, poultry or fish
  • cleans and prepares foods using tools such as knives, slicers and peelers and equipment such as ovens and steamers
  • follows written diet orders
  • operates dishwasher
  • gathers, cleans, stacks and hand washes or scours pots, pans, dishes, silverware and other cooking and baking utensils
  • removes refuse from kitchen area
  • sweeps mops and scrubs kitchen, dining and storage areas
  • labels, loads and delivers food carts or trays
  • picks up trays after use
  • defrosts and cleans refrigerators, walk-in coolers and related equipment
  • operates state-owned cars, vans, and/or other motorized transportation

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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