DSHS SCC Food Service Supervisor

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services; Steilacoom (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Food Service Supervisor in Steilacoom, WA! This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee food operations while ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met. You'll be responsible for supervising resident workers, coordinating meal preparations, and maintaining inventory. Enjoy additional perks like daily premium pay and a free ORCA card for transportation. If you have a passion for food service and a commitment to excellence, this position is perfect for you. Be part of a team that values equity and social justice while making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Daily premium pay

Free ORCA card for transportation

Ferry transportation for employees

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in a kitchen environment is essential.
• Must possess a current Food Handler card within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper food handling and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Supervise and train resident workers in food production.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in food service management

Two years of experience in food preparation

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Food handling procedures

Job description

Food Service Supervisor 1

The Special Commitment Center is seeking two Food Service Supervisors to join the team at Steilacoom, WA. This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door with state service! As the Food Service Supervisor, you are responsible for ensuring proper food handling, sanitation, elimination of safety hazards, proper care and use of equipment in the dining area and kitchen, and inspecting food inventory for proper rotation and usage.

SCC employees also receive an additional $10 per day premium pay in addition to advertised salary and a free ORCA card for transportation use. Ferry transportation is provided to McNeil Island employees. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

Some of what you will do:

• Maintain order and discipline among resident workers while they are working in all food program areas.
• Provide residents with supervision, training, and direction on daily food and diet production.
• Ensure that proper sanitation, safety, and use of equipment procedures are being followed.
• Receive and inspect supplies delivered.
• Complete daily worksheets, issue sheets, recipes, and other daily automated forms.
• Coordinate meal preparation, making modifications as necessary.
• Be alert and responsive to appropriate emergency protocol procedures for disruptive behaviors, destructive behaviors, and/or safety issues as applied to special commitment center residents.

What we are looking for:

• Supervisory experience in a kitchen environment.
• Current Food Handler card within 14 days of hire.
• Understanding of principles, methods, and procedures involved in a large-scale food preparation and cooking operation.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, use problem-solving skills, and decision-making ability.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with management and coworkers.

Who should apply?

Professionals with one of the following:

• An associate's degree in food service management, nutritional care, or a related field.
• Two years of experience in an institute or restaurant preparing or serving food.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Along with your application please include:

• Resume.
• Three professional references.

To obtain a Washington State Food Worker Card by start date click here.

Questions? Please contact [e-mail] and reference 00869.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that People find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at [phone]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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