Food Service Specialist

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Summary:

Wage Information:

Job Description:

• Maintains, updates recipe files, and revises recipes for quality and quantity of food.

• Operates kitchen equipment such as ovens, broilers, fryers, and mixers used in the production of menu items.

• Ensures that all residents are offered a balanced meal and modifies meals to meet dietary and religious needs of individuals.

• Prepares ingredients and cooks meats, vegetables, casseroles, soups, and sauces according to menus.

• Reviews census and menu data, adjusts recipes accordingly, and recycles leftover food to reduce waste.

• Ensures the dining area is set up prior to meals being served.

• Cleans floors, work surfaces, and other work areas in the production area.

• Washes and cleans cooking utensils and equipment.

• Sanitizes the kitchen and dining areas after each meal.

• Ensures that kitchen equipment is maintained and communicates the need for maintenance and repairs.

• Provides individual and group education on topics such as nutrition and whole health.

• Supports individuals who wish to make changes to their nutrition and/or whole health. 

• Willing to learn and model the five principles of trauma informed care; safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment.

• Commitment to promote cultural, racial, language, and gender access, diversity, equity and inclusion.

• Knowledge of the methods, materials, practices, and procedures used in a quantity food production operation.

• Knowledge of food production safety and sanitation standards.

• Knowledge of and ability to use and care for kitchen utensils and equipment.

• Knowledge of the types and qualities of cooking ingredients.

• Knowledge of balanced diets and portion control.

• Knowledge of the methods and procedures used in requisitioning supplies.

• Ability to estimate and prepare an accurate quantity of food needed for the individuals.

Qualifications:

This position requires one of the following combinations of education and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Experience as a food service specialist, food services worker, cook or in food preparation operation.
• Experience using an online grocery shopping/ordering system. 
• ServSafe Certification preferred. 
• Experience working in a food services environment regulated by the Department of Health preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle.

CSG Offers Superior Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents who qualify.

• Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave

• Extensive Paid Training

• Career Development Opportunities

• Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay

• Family Medical and Parental Leave

• Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care

• Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Life Insurance

• Wellness Opportunities

• Tuition Assistance

• Mentor/Mentee Opportunities

Health Insurance & Benefits availability will vary.

Make a positive impact not only in someone else's life but in your own life by becoming a valued member of the CSG Team!

Community Services Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse, inclusive workforce.