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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $31,677.00 - $40,858.92
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Pension Plan
Paid Time Off
Career advancement opportunities
training programs
employee support services
Holiday pay
Job Description
Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is a prominent state agency dedicated to improving the health, safety, and well-being of Texans. As part of its expansive mission, HHSC manages a variety of programs and services aimed at supporting individuals across diverse communities, particularly those who require specialized care and assistance. The commission operates numerous facilities, including State Supported Living Centers, which provide residential and therapeutic services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who may also be medically fragile or exhibit behavioral challenges. HHSC stands out as a key employer in Texas, offering a supportive environment that values the... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience in food service work preferred but not required
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and extended or unusual hours
- Pass fingerprint criminal background check
- Pass pre-employment drug screen
- Pass registry checks including Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS)
- Comply with Selective Service registration requirement if male between 18 and 25
- Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds
- Ability to work in variable temperature conditions
- Ability to follow all safety and sanitation procedures
- May require driving state vehicle
- Ability to complete required training and certifications
- Willingness to participate in disaster response and recovery operations
Job Qualifications
- Paid or unpaid experience in food service work
- Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent
- Ability to prepare and serve food
- Ability to maintain sanitation and safety standards
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions
- Ability to use basic math used in cooking and preparation
- Ability to lift at least 25 pounds
- Ability to work in hot or cold conditions
- Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and residents
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
Job Duties
- Attend work on a regular basis and work assigned shift schedule including rotating, extended, and overtime hours
- Complete required training per policy
- Assist in preparation and portioning of food for special diets according to food service procedures
- Prepare scheduled snacks and maintain supply of snack items
- Participate in distribution of food in a safe and sanitary manner following food service policies
- Assist in serving food following food service procedures
- Follow food handling procedures in compliance with federal, state, and HACCP guidelines
- Receive delivery of food and supplies from vendors as assigned
- Prepare necessary paperwork accurately and timely
- Follow sanitation procedures for cleaning kitchen, stock room, food prep areas and satellite areas
- Observe safety procedures and practices
- Train or assist in training new food service employees
- Participate in agency’s disaster response, recovery or COOP activation activities as needed
- Possibly drive state vehicle to deliver food to homes
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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