Food Service Worker (FTC-South)

State of Missouri; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Cafeteria Plan

Deferred Compensation

MOSERS Retirement

13 paid holidays per year

Leave and Sick Leave

Job summary

Missouri Department of Mental Health’s St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center - South is seeking a motivated Food Service Worker to support meal preparation for clients with mental illness. Evening hours carry a $2.00 per hour differential, and you will prepare and supervise meals, read recipes, and maintain safety standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and ability to work long hours while standing, with opportunities to contribute to a compassionate care environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of previous work experience or training in food service or equivalent.
• Lift up to 35 lbs.
• Introductory knowledge of nutrition, food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to cook large quantities and read and follow recipes.
• Ability to supervise employees in the preparation of food, and in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work long hours while standing.
• Six or more months of commercial, industrial, or institutional cooking.
• Dependability and willingness to work with attention to detail.
• Completion of 6 month probationary.
• No disciplinary action in last 12 months [current State of Missouri applicants].
• Have or are willing to receive Hepatitis A vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Prepares several parts of a major meal such as an entire entree, vegetable, soup, salad, or dessert.
• Assists in the preparation of meals by measuring ingredients, mixing, boiling, frying, monitoring cooking temperatures, etc.
• Prepares foods on an independent basis.
• Directs and assists entry-level employees in the preparation and serving of foods, and the cleaning of utensils and work areas.
• Receives direction from Lead Food Service Workers who provide specific instruction and review.

Skills

Food preparation

Reading recipes

Supervising others

Standing long hours

Hepatitis A vaccination

Lift up to 35lbs

Attention to detail

Job description

Food Service Worker

St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center - South provides specialized care for clients diagnosed with mental illness. We are looking for a positive and energetic Food Service Worker who has an interest in helping those with mental illness maximize their potential.

Food Service Worker

St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center - South provides specialized care for clients diagnosed with mental illness. We are looking for a positive and energetic Food Service Worker who has an interest in helping those with mental illness maximize their potential. There is a $2.00 an hour differential for evening hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepares several parts of a major meal such as an entire entree, vegetable, soup, salad, or dessert.
• Assists in the preparation of meals by measuring ingredients, mixing, boiling, frying, monitoring cooking temperatures, etc.
• Prepares foods on an independent basis.
• Directs and assists entry-level employees in the preparation and serving of foods, and the cleaning of utensils and work areas.
• Receives direction from Lead Food Service Workers who provide specific instruction and review.

Eligibility

• 1 year previous work experience or training in food service or equivalent
• Lift up to 35lbs
• Introductory knowledge of nutrition, food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to cook large quantities and read and follow recipes.
• Ability to work with and supervise employees in the preparation of food, and in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work long hours while standing.
• Six or more months of commercial, industrial, or institutional cooking.
• Dependability and willingness to work with attention to detail.
• Completion of 6 month probationary.
• No disciplinary action in last 12 months [current State of Missouri applicants].
• Have or are willing to receive Hepatitis A vaccination.

Excellent State Of Missouri Benefit Package Including

• Affordable Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Paid Basic Life Insurance (amount equivalent to annual salary)
• Cafeteria Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• MOSERS Retirement
• 13 paid holidays per year
• 10 hours of annual leave accrued per month
• 10 hours of sick leave accrued per month

WHY DMH?

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

An Equal Opportunity Employer; services provided on a nondiscriminatory basis