Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $40,397.28
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid holidays
cafeteria plans
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Job Description
The Missouri Division of Youth Services is a state-operated agency dedicated to providing therapeutic, educational, and safe residential and day treatment programs for youth committed to its custody. Located in St. Louis City at the Hogan Street Regional Youth Center, this division plays a critical role in the rehabilitation and care of young individuals through structured programming and supportive environments. As a part of the State of Missouri's commitment to its workforce, employees benefit not only from a meaningful mission but also from competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, paid holidays, cafeteria plans, and... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One or more years food service experience or three years commercial cooking with supervisory experience
- Ability to lift and carry heavy food items
- Ability to work long hours standing in a kitchen
- Ability to work in high temperature environments
- Valid vehicle operator’s license
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Job Qualifications
- One or more years of experience as a Food Service Worker with Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System
- Possession of a high school diploma or equivalency
- Three or more years of commercial, industrial, or institutional cooking experience with supervisory experience
- Associate Degree or four years of food service experience
- Ability to supervise and instruct employees and helpers in food preparation and menu planning
- Knowledge of storekeeping or inventory procedures
- Ability to use automated systems, spreadsheets, and databases
- Valid vehicle operator’s license
Job Duties
- Prepares or supervises preparation of meals using commercial kitchen equipment
- Maintain food service records
- Complete requisitions for food and supply items
- Follow basic dietetic principles to coordinate and audit meals
- Lift or carry large portions of food or ingredients during preparation, serving, delivery, and stocking
- Work long hours standing in a kitchen environment with high temperatures
- Direct kitchen operations as a supervisor
- Train and manage food service staff and youth helpers
- Evaluate employees and helpers in food preparation and service
- Monitor safety and sanitation standards in food areas
- Develop menus compliant with nutrition rules
- Prepare work schedules for shifts and hours
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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