Food Service Worker (Norfolk Regional Center)

State of Nebraska; Norfolk (NE); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Food Service Worker to join the Norfolk Regional Center team. In this full-time position, you will play a vital role in preparing and serving meals while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of individuals in a psychiatric setting, making a real difference in their lives. With a supportive work culture that promotes career growth and professional development, this position is perfect for those passionate about food service and community care. Join a team that values diversity, inclusion, and the importance of every teammate's contribution.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Comprehensive Pay Package

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation, baking, or kitchen operations required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals for special diets and regular meals.
• Follow food safety guidelines and cooking principles.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Principles

Food Safety and Sanitation

Effective Communication

Education

Coursework in Food Preparation

Training in Kitchen Operations

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Cooking Utensils

Job description

Food Service Worker (Norfolk Regional Center)

State of Nebraska

Job Description

The Norfolk Regional Center is a psychiatric hospital that provides inpatient mental health and sex offender treatment for individuals. We aim to give hope and possibilities for a future without more offenses.

Our vibrant culture is where teammates are valued as individuals while providing opportunities for career growth and continued education and training.

We encourage our teammates to work for a more significant cause, to prepare patients for community reintegration while maintaining public safety.

We hire Human Service professionals who share our pride in the work and services provided at the Norfolk Regional Center and are excited to make a difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this full-time position include:

1. Preparation, processing, and service of meals and snacks for regular and special diets for all three meals (depending on schedule).
2. Must have basic knowledge of cooking principles to follow menus, recipes, and setup procedures.
3. Must be able to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Coursework, training, and/or experience in food preparation, baking, and/or kitchen operations in the food service industry or related field.

Hiring Rate

$16.579/per hour plus shift differential up to $1.50/per hour depending on shift.

$3.00/per hour for every hour worked facility differential.

Hours

Day and evening shift, which includes weekends and holidays. Days and hours will be discussed at the interview.

Knowledge and Ability

Knowledge of:

• Kitchen and dining room safety practices.
• Special diets provided by the facility.
• Recipes and cooking techniques for the preparation of meats, vegetables, soups, salads, and baked goods.
• Facility food preparation schedules and food sanitation practices.
• The proper handling and processing of a variety of vegetables and fruits.
• Kitchen safety practices and kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Facility standards and procedures for the cleaning of dishes, utensils, equipment, and facilities.
• Facility-specific security and emergency procedures.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively with facility residents, patients, members, inmates, and co-workers.
• Train lower-level food service staff or inmates in all aspects of kitchen and dining room operations.
• Prepare the most complex or difficult recipes.
• Safely use sharp, heavy, or hot kitchen equipment, utensils, or supplies.
• Understand and enforce rules governing the conduct of inmates.
• Alter menus to accommodate needs and foodstuffs on hand.
• Keep records and follow instructions.
• Tolerate high temperature and high humidity; bend, stoop, lift, and carry food items, equipment, and supplies.

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetics.

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