Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Exact $35,542.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities
Flexible work schedule
Job Description
Lubbock County is a government entity dedicated to providing essential services to its residents, ensuring a safe and well-managed community. As a public employer, Lubbock County focuses on fostering an inclusive, respectful, and professional work environment where employees are valued for their contributions to the county's operations. The county operates various departments and programs to meet the needs of its diverse population, including community services, public safety, health, and human services.
Within this framework, the County is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to join its team. This position is primarily responsible for preparing nutritious meals for residents under the supervision of management staff, ensuring that meal preparation adheres to health department standards and meets the dietary needs of individuals under the county's care. This role is critical in maintaining food safety, hygiene, and sanitation across kitchen, dining, and storage areas. The Food Service Worker will also oversee kitchen operations, including inventory management and supervising residents assigned to kitchen duties.
The Food Service Worker is expected to operate with a high level of professionalism and attention to detail, following policies and procedures to maintain a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment. This includes monitoring temperatures of refrigerators and freezers, ensuring the proper storage and rotation of food supplies for freshness, and maintaining kitchen equipment such as grills, vent hoods, and ice machines. The position requires the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as dictated by program needs.
Candidates for this role should possess strong organizational and multitasking skills, be able to work independently, and maintain effective communication with medical staff regarding residents' special dietary requirements. A commitment to ethical standards, good hygiene, and food safety is essential to success in this role. The Food Service Worker will also be responsible for completing documentation such as meal counts, incident reports, and communication logs, helping maintain comprehensive records as part of the overall program operation.
In addition to day-to-day meal preparation and kitchen maintenance duties, the Food Service Worker may be assigned additional responsibilities aligned with job guidelines and departmental needs. Employment in this role is funded through State and/or Federal grants, meaning job continuity can depend on funding availability. Therefore, the position is offered 'At Will,' without implied contract guaranteeing continued employment.
Overall, this position offers an opportunity to serve the community through dedicated food service work in a supportive and structured environment, contributing to residents' well-being and the county's public service mission.
Within this framework, the County is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to join its team. This position is primarily responsible for preparing nutritious meals for residents under the supervision of management staff, ensuring that meal preparation adheres to health department standards and meets the dietary needs of individuals under the county's care. This role is critical in maintaining food safety, hygiene, and sanitation across kitchen, dining, and storage areas. The Food Service Worker will also oversee kitchen operations, including inventory management and supervising residents assigned to kitchen duties.
The Food Service Worker is expected to operate with a high level of professionalism and attention to detail, following policies and procedures to maintain a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment. This includes monitoring temperatures of refrigerators and freezers, ensuring the proper storage and rotation of food supplies for freshness, and maintaining kitchen equipment such as grills, vent hoods, and ice machines. The position requires the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as dictated by program needs.
Candidates for this role should possess strong organizational and multitasking skills, be able to work independently, and maintain effective communication with medical staff regarding residents' special dietary requirements. A commitment to ethical standards, good hygiene, and food safety is essential to success in this role. The Food Service Worker will also be responsible for completing documentation such as meal counts, incident reports, and communication logs, helping maintain comprehensive records as part of the overall program operation.
In addition to day-to-day meal preparation and kitchen maintenance duties, the Food Service Worker may be assigned additional responsibilities aligned with job guidelines and departmental needs. Employment in this role is funded through State and/or Federal grants, meaning job continuity can depend on funding availability. Therefore, the position is offered 'At Will,' without implied contract guaranteeing continued employment.
Overall, this position offers an opportunity to serve the community through dedicated food service work in a supportive and structured environment, contributing to residents' well-being and the county's public service mission.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior food preparation or food service experience
- ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- good interpersonal and communication skills
- ability to handle stressful situations
- multitasking and organizational skills
- ability to follow health and safety protocols
- physical ability to stand and lift up to 25 pounds
- ability to maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior experience in food preparation or food service
- knowledge of nutrition and dietary needs
- understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to follow oral and written instructions
- strong communication skills
- ability to work independently and as part of a team
- proficiency with basic computer skills and office equipment
- ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- good organizational skills
Job Duties
- Prepare nutritious meals in a timely manner in accordance with scheduled meal times
- assure food supplies are properly stored in acceptable containers and properly labeled
- maintain good hygiene practices by wearing clean clothes, hair/beard restraints, and gloves in accordance with health department standards
- maintain clean, sanitary, dustless kitchen, dining, and storage areas in accordance with health department standards
- supervise residents assigned to kitchen duty
- prepare sack lunches for residents who are at CSR or employment
- check and record temperatures for the refrigerator and freezer daily
- check menu for the next day to ensure thawing time and product availability
- document the number of meals served for each mealtime
- maintain and clean equipment such as deep fryer, stove, and steam table daily
- inventory and document all kitchen supplies daily
- keep floors safe and clean at all times
- verify invoices for all delivered orders
- check with medical staff on residents' special diet needs
- turn in accurate timesheets as required
- secure knives at all times
- maintain secure doors
- place trash in dumpster
- clean grill as needed
- clean vent hoods weekly
- clean ice machine weekly
- maintain a clean cooler inside and out
- rotate food to assure freshness
- possess knowledge of food preparation, hygiene, sanitation, and storage
- prepare well-documented reports including incident reports and communication logs
- perform additional duties as assigned by the Director
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