Job Responsibilities
- Assist in the planning, organizing and directing the total operation of the Crescent Moon Café (i.e., McCrady Dining Facility) at the SC National Guard’s McCrady Training Center.
- Coordinates the operations of the dining facility to support the mission and operations of the McCrady National Guard Training Center, the 218th Regiment (Leadership), and other tenant and transitional units.
- Assist with the coordination, organization, plans and direction of purchases, preparation and serving of food and the maintenance of food service equipment and facilities.
- Implements the established standards for production, quality, sanitation and maintenance and makes frequent inspections to ensure that standards are maintained.
- Inspects dry stores and refrigerated food to ensure optimum storage conditions.
- Ensure the plans and reviews of menus provide a balanced diet within established cost standards.
- Assist with the determination of requirements for personnel, equipment, supplies and food; prepares or assists with the preparation of the budget for the Crescent Moon Café.
- Assist with the requisitions, purchases and approved the purchase of equipment, supplies and food.
- Follows established work schedules and training programs; supervises, instructs and counsels employees.
- Assist in the training and demonstrate correct techniques of food preparation for maximum palatability and appearance and minimum waste.
- Assist with the preparing or review the preparation of food service records and reports.
- Serves as the assistant Point of Contact for providing contract meal support to Ft. Jackson.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with DHEC and Ft. Jackson (i.e., Department of Defense) Food Safety standards and Federal contracts requirements.
- Works under the general oversight of the SC Army National Guard G-3 (Operations) and Dining Facility Manager, who provides general administrative, budgetary and policy direction.
- Is encouraged to use own initiative in accomplishing and coordinating tasks and duties while adhering to the policies of the Agency, State and federal regulations.
- Individual may be required to work extended hours as required during emergencies and disasters.
- Overnight and extended stays may be required to support ongoing operations, and during attendance at conferences, workshops, off-site meetings and seminars.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
- A high school diploma and a minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience in quantity and quality cooking.
- Working knowledge of the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module and the Sustainment Readiness Model (SRM).
- General business background preferred.
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks and Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
Preferred Qualifications
- An Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts.
- A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience managing the operations of a large dining facility preferably on at military location.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience utilizing the SCEIS SRM Module.
Additional Comments
- Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Knowledge of the procurement, storage, preparation, distribution and serving of food and dairy 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.
- Ability to teach food preparation and cooking.
- Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of food service personnel.
- Ability to analyze and prepare budgets and reports.
- Must be able to obtain certification as ServSafe Food Protection Manager.
- Must be able to pass a background check for issuance of DBIDS (Defense Biometric Identification System) identification.
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.
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.
I understand that the agency’s hiring salary range for this position is $40,000.00 to $45,000.00.