Food Service Specialist Ii (Cook)

Job Responsibilities

Notice to Applicant: Pursuant to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care Staff Vaccination Interim Final Rule (IFR), the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (SCDDSN) has established COVID-19 vaccination requirements and exemptions for staff who provide any care, treatment, or other services in Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICFs/IID). This position is subject to this requirement. You may contact Human Resources for further information or review SCDDSN Directive 413-11-DD at https://ddsn.sc.gov/providers/ddsn-directives-standards-and-manuals/current-standards .

About Our Agency

The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of:

• Spinal cord injury and similar disability
• Autism spectrum disorder
• Intellectual disability and related disabilities
• Traumatic brain injury

About Whitten Regional Center

Whitten Regional Center is a residential facility of the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs located in Clinton, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Works under general supervision. Prepares food for individuals at Whitten Center according to SCDDSN standard menus.

• Completes attendance sheets daily. Maintain break times, in accordance with departmental rules.
• Cleaning and sanitizing of cook area. Hygiene and sanitation according to DHEC and Food Service Department policies.
• Prepares food according to recipes and following food department policies and procedures.
• Check labels of food items. Monitors for out of date items, rotate stock, bag snacks, and assist in all areas of Food Service as needed.
• Complete temperature logs, as required throughout the day.
• Clean cooler and chill blaster. Clean and sanitize work area, and completes all assigned duties before end of shift.
• Properly chills food in chill blaster. Ensures proper storage after food is prepared.
• Labels food stating food item, preparation day, service day and expiration date.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and experience in quantity and quality cooking or in a bakery.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of methods, materials and appliances used in food preparation and service. Knowledge of sanitation and safety procedures pertaining to food preparation and service. Knowledge of the methods, materials and appliances used in a bakery. Knowledge of meat-processing procedures. Ability to maintain simple records and prepare written reports. Maintains Serv-safe, defensive driving and CPR certifications.

Additional Comments

EEO Statement: SC DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex --including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements: Pursuant to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care Staff Vaccination Interim Final Rule (IFR), the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) has established COVID-19 vaccination requirements and exemptions for staff who provide any care, treatment, or other services in Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICFs/IID). You may contact Human Resource for further information or review SCDDSN Directive 413-11-DD .

Record Check: Criminal background check will be conducted by SLED, FBI, and DSS Child Registry that indicates no record of conviction, child abuse or neglect. Employment would also be contingent on your passing a pre-employment drug test. DDSN reserves the right to rescind any employment offer in the event our review of your background develops information, including opinions of previous employer or colleagues that cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position .

Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

College Transcripts: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are required to provide an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific time frame required by that area, after hiring.

Driving Record: I f this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information .

Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.