FOOD SERVICE TECHNICIAN II

State of California; California; On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plan (CalPERS)

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero seeks a Food Service Technician II (Safety) to lead and participate in the preparation and distribution of meals for patients, while adhering to infection control and HACCP standards in a secured treatment area. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and maintaining sanitation.

Permanent, full-time in San Luis Obispo County with a monthly salary of $3,492.00–$4,373.00; final filing date 11/1/2026; eligibility processes apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Adhere to infection control and HACCP requirements.
• Maintain order, cleanliness, and sanitation in the assigned area.
• Adhere to safety, security, emergency response, non-hostile environment, and patient rights.

Responsibilities

• Instruct, lead, coordinate, and participate in the preparation and distribution of food and beverages.

Job description

Department of State Hospitals

Food Service Technician II (Safety)

$3,492.00 - $4,373.00 per Month (New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.)

Final Filing Date: 11/1/2026

Job Description and Duties

• Instruct, lead, coordinate, and participate in the preparation and distribution of food and beverages.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Adhere to the requirements for infection control and food safety/Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).
• Maintain order, cleanliness, and sanitation in assigned area of responsibility.
• Adhere to requirements for safety, security, emergency response, a non-hostile work environment, and rights of patients.

Working Conditions

This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).

Minimum Requirements

• FOOD SERVICE TECHNICIAN II

Eligibility

To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on a certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications.

If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.

# of Positions: 6

Work Location: San Luis Obispo County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings, and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Benefits

• Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision)
• Work life balance (some positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a minimum of 10 days of paid leave annually – specific accrual rates can be found here )
• Paid Holidays and leave (family medical leave, military leave, etc)
• Defined benefit retirement program with CalPERS
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• School loan forgiveness under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program (discounts to health clubs)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• ScholarShare (college savings account)
• On-the-job training and professional development
• Most positions qualify for annual raises until you reach the maximum salary for that position, subject to meeting performance standards

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

These webpages are intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base, and length of appointment.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

For Reasonable Accommodations please direct requests to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

• Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
• Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted.
• Scanned, copied, or faxed applications will not be accepted.
• Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.
• Any limited-term appointments may transition in to a permanent appointment.
• Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.
• This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.