Food Service Assistant - Outfoods

NCdotGov; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Food Service Assistant to join their dynamic team at Caswell Developmental Center. This role involves assisting with food preparation, serving at the Sandbar Café, and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and sanitation. Ideal candidates will have a passion for service and the ability to perform physical tasks in a fast-paced environment. Join a dedicated team that positively impacts the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities and enjoy comprehensive benefits while making a difference in your community.

Benefits

Health Insurance Options

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Ability to learn food preparation and cleaning procedures.
• Ability to maintain high standards of personal cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and labeling of food items for meals and snacks.
• Utilize food handling and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Cleaning Procedures

Cash Register Operation

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

As of January 1, 2025, the new salary range will be $31,200-$46,991.00.
Recruiting for multiple positions

Caswell Developmental Center is seeking an enthusiastic Food Service Assistant to function in the Outfoods area of Dietary Services, assisting with preparation of food served at campus functions, as well as serve in the rotation working at the Sandbar Café, utilizing menu item preparation, cash register operation skills while displaying optimal customer service. Job responsibilities include:

• Preparation and labeling of supplements, bedtime snacks/ingredients, food items for meals, texture modification and general cleaning;
• May serve as a lead worker over subordinate personnel in non-skilled food service activities;
• Utilize accepted and established food handling, food storage, and sanitation procedures, and must meet productivity and quality assurance standards when completing tasks.

Work Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (hours vary as needed, every other weekend off)
Location: Dietary Department

About the Department of Health and Human Services / Caswell Developmental Center:

The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. In collaboration with its partners, it is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians.

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

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Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates must document on the application that they clearly possess all of the following:

• Ability to learn food preparation and cleaning procedures.
• Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to maintain high standards of personal cleanliness and food sanitation.
• Ability to maintain professional and cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, as well as keeping some routine records.

Management Preferences:

The preferred candidate will have a high school diploma and six months of food service experience in either a state operated program, ICF/IID facility and/or school setting.

Physical Requirements:

The preferred candidate must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, stoop, bend, stand and walk carrying pans of food for a short distance. Daily exposure to food service equipment with temperatures below 50 degrees and above 140 degrees.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation & Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits.