Food Service Worker II-Slate Canyon Youth Center

State of Utah; Utah; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Utah is looking for a motivated Food Service Worker II to join their team. In this full-time position, you'll prepare meals for youth while practicing food safety standards, ensuring that all food is handled appropriately. Candidates should enjoy cooking and may need to obtain a Food Handler's permit while working.

Qualifications

• Individual who enjoys cooking and following recipes.
• Must obtain a Food Handler's permit, or have one already.
• Preference for candidates 19 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Cooks, bakes, and serves meals to clients and staff.
• Maintains food safety and public health protection.
• Cleans and disinfects areas and equipment.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Sanitation techniques

Job description

JJYS Food Service Worker II - Full-Time

Do you love to cook? Do you enjoy feeling a sense of accomplishment in the kitchen? If so, come join our team!

You will prepare meals for youth, clients, and staff. A Food Handler's permit is required, or you can obtain one while working for the State.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Cooks, bakes, or serves regular and/or special meals to clients and/or staff.
2. Ensures that food is maintained at appropriate temperatures.
3. Prepares salads and garnishes, and assists in basic food preparation or ordering.
4. Distributes food using proper food handling and sanitation techniques.
5. Practices food safety and public health protection.
6. Maintains inventory and tracks receipts.
7. Cleans, sterilizes, and disinfects areas and equipment using appropriate cleaning agents and tools.

The Ideal Candidate

A motivated individual who enjoys cooking, following recipes, and providing nutritious food to our youth.

Minimum Preference Requirements

Preference may be given to candidates who are 19 years of age or older.

The Agency

The Department of Health and Human Services is dedicated to providing care for individuals and families in Utah. The Utah Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) offers intervention, supervision, and rehabilitation programs for youth offenders while ensuring public safety. For more information, click here!.

Supplemental Information

• Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.
• Work involves risks typical of an adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated office environment, such as safe use of office equipment and fire regulations.
• The position requires physical exertion, including standing, walking on rough surfaces, bending, crouching, stretching, reaching, and lifting moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) repeatedly or for long periods.