Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $59,843.68 - $72,015.84
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The County of Santa Clara is a leading government agency committed to providing essential public services and fostering a safe, healthy community for its residents. Known for its dedication to public safety and justice, the County operates a vast network of departments and units that work collaboratively to ensure a high standard of service. Among its numerous divisions, the Department of Correction plays a pivotal role in maintaining security and managing incarcerated populations within the region. As part of this department, the Food Service Unit is tasked with the critical responsibility of delivering nutritious, safe, and well-prepared meals to inmates... Show More
Job Requirements
- Any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrate the ability to perform the typical tasks
- one year of food service experience
- possession of a nationally recognized food handler certification can substitute for six months of the required experience
- may require possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment
- ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization
- ability to perform manual tasks such as squatting, climbing, bending, twisting, grasping, pushing/pulling, reaching overhead, performing frequent or repetitive motions
- ability to stand and walk for long periods
- ability to work at an expeditious pace
- ability to function in various temperature conditions
- ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds
Job Qualifications
- One year of food service experience
- possession of a nationally recognized food handler certification can substitute for six months of experience
- ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written English
- ability to read, understand, interpret, and follow written and oral directions in English
- ability to give clear instructions and guide inmate workers
- demonstrated manual dexterity
- organizational skills
- ability to work effectively and independently
- good judgment and discretion
- customer service skills
- ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population
- teamwork skills
Job Duties
- Prepares, packages, and portions meals
- delivers, distributes, serves, and stores food on an assigned shift or functional area(s)
- prepares menu items and ingredients for inmates and staff meals, special diets, and catering, as required
- performs routine cleaning, including break down of preparation and service areas, tray service ware and cart washing, equipment cleaning, floor and drain maintenance, and other cleaning duties
- performs storage, distribution and inventory functions, such as
- loading, unloading, moving, organizing, rotating and storing food items, meals, food supplies, and meal carts
- may drive a truck to deliver food and food related supplies to outlying buildings or other facilities
- provide excellent customer service
- maintain safety and security as required by departmental policy
- may be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required
- performs other related duties as required
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Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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