Food Specialist I

State of South Carolina
Anderson, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/22/2022 CLOSED ON 12/7/2022

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Specialist I position at State of South Carolina?

With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina. 

This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, Patrick B. Harris Psychiatric Hospital, 130 SC-252, Anderson, SC 29621. 

As the Food Service Specialist I, you will work under direct supervision to perform routine work in the preparation and cooking of food for regular and therapeutically modified diets.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 
  • Operates dish machine, toaster, mixer, food chopper, pot sink heating element, Aladdin carts, blender and other small equipment as is necessary for performing food preparation and sanitizing needs.
  • Responsible for distribution and delivery of meals to patients (i.e. cafeteria tray assembly line or cart delivery).
  • Participates in performing basic food preparation of the approved menu for regular and therapeutically modified diets - such as salads, desserts, and supplemental feedings for patients according to specification.
  • Responsible for sanitation schedule in area of work responsibility and assists with daily cleaning needs
  • Assists in assembly, temperature monitoring and inspection of food for appearance and conformance with menus, recipes and diets.
There are no minimum training and experience requirements for this class. 


The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide 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.
  
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
 
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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
  
 The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
 
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
  • 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
  • 15 days sick leave per year
  • 13 paid holidays
  • State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Salary : $15,080 - $29,839

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