Food Svc Spec II - Asst Cook - Several Posn - DINE

State of South Carolina; Eastover (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina invites applications for a Lead Cook position. The role involves preparing food for serving, maintaining equipment, and ensuring standards of sanitation and quality across the facility.

Requirements include a high school diploma, substantial cooking experience, ability to follow recipes, and a valid SC driver's license. The job emphasizes teamwork with the Lead Cook and adherence to menus and paperwork.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and cooking experience in quantity and quality cooking or baking.
• Ability to work in cohesion with Lead Cook with little to no supervision.
• Must have a valid SC Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the food for serving and the maintenance of food service equipment and facilities.
• Follows published standards for production, quality, sanitation and maintenance; makes frequent inspections to ensure that standards are maintained; inspects dry stores and refrigerated food to ensure optimum storage conditions.
• Demonstrates correct techniques of food preparation for maximum palatability and appearance and minimum waste.
• cooks or garnishes foods requiring skillful preparation, including roasts, stews, soups and sauces.

Skills

Cooking experience

Recipe reading

Teamwork with Lead Cook

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Prepares the food for serving and the maintenance of food service equipment and facilities. Follows published standards for production, quality, sanitation and maintenance; makes frequent inspections to ensure that standards are maintained; inspects dry stores and refrigerated food to ensure optimum storage conditions. Follows Lead Cook directive for personnel, equipment, supplies and food preparation for meals. Demonstrates correct techniques of food preparation for maximum palatability and appearance and minimum waste. Prepares or reviews the preparation of food service records and reports. Estimates quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements and requisitions supplies as needed. Inspects and tastes prepared foods. Cooks or garnishes foods requiring skillful preparation, including roasts, stews, soups and sauces.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and cooking experience in quantity and quality cooking or baking. Ability to work in cohesion with Lead Cook with little to no supervision. Ability to read and prepare meals utilizing recipe cards. Must have a valid SC Driver's license.

Additional Comments

Knowledge of the procurement, storage, preparation, distribution and serving of food products. Knowledge of dietetic principles involved in planning and reviewing menus for nutritional adequacy, dietary balance and attractiveness of prepared food products. Knowledge of principles and procedures of food service management. Knowledge of the methods, materials and appliances used in a dining facility. Knowledge of sanitary and safety procedures pertaining to dining operations and/or general food preparation and service. Ability to maintain food service records and prepare written reports.

Note:

A resume will not be accepted in lieu of an online South Carolina State Employment Application. Only those applicants chosen for interview will be notified of job filled status. Applicants indicating college credit, degree(s) or specialized training on the application shall provide an official copy of transcripts upon notification of selection for hire. This serves as verification of credentials listed on the application.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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If chosen for employment, a background check and license check will be performed. If there is any charge or non-conviction that may show up on your record, please let us know now. Also, please provide your driver's license number and state of issue.

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I meet the minimum education and experience requirements to qualify for this position.

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• No

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I understand that the agency’s hiring salary for this position is $29,120.

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