Food Service Specialist II Position Available In Dorchester, South Carolina

Food Service Specialist II

Salary
$27,040.00

• $33,000.00 Annually
  Location Dorchester County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  175749
  Agency
  DDSN-Coastal Regional Center
  Opening Date
  05/01/2025
  Closing Date
  5/31/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

KB10

Position Number:

000000000

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00)
  Pay Band
  Band 2
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $27,040.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$33,000.00
Opening Date
05/01/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Online applications must be submitted at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/ddsn. You must include ALL current and previous work history and education.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities
About Coastal Regional Center
Coastal Center is a residential facility of the SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs. The Center serves residents of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Under the direct supervision of Food Service Director. Incumbent will provide general supervision of tray-line employees. Performs general food service/warehouse duties at Coastal Center.
Assists in preparing of food, diet textures, snacks and diet slips for clients as indicated by physician’s orders.
Supervise and assist in the production of consumer’s meal trays ensuring health and safety guidelines are met.
Conforms to required food preparation and cleaning standards as directed by both State and Federal requirements.
Assist in dish room running trays through dish machine after meals and ensure cleanliness of trays.
Assist with washing pots, pans, glasses, plates, trays, etc.
Assist with capping and strapping of food trays on tray line.
Assist in warehouse putting away food/sundries as directed by warehouse supervisor.
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Minimum and Additional Requirements
There are no minimum training and experience requirements for this class.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the procurement, storage, preparation, distribution and serving of food products. Knowledge of dietetic principles involved in planning and reviewing menus for nutritional adequacy, dietary balance and attractiveness of prepared food products. Knowledge of the methods, materials and appliances used in a bakery. Ability to teach food preparation and cooking. Ability to maintain food service records and prepare written reports.
Additional Comments

About Our Agency:

The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.

EEO Statement:

DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex

• -including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

Employment Contingency:

Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening

• to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept.

of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS “List of Excluded Individuals/Entities” screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

Immunization:

If this position requires the applicant to work directly with DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or Quanti

FERON TB

Gold testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

State Disaster Plan:

In accordance with the State’s Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Employee Referral:

The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information.

Supplemental Questions:

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education.
A resume may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
DDSN-Coastal Regional Center
Address
9995 Jamison Rd.
Summerville, South Carolina, 29485
Phone
843-873-5750
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