FOOD SERVICE TECHNICIAN I

About the Role

Patton State Hospital's Human Resources Department is accepting applications for at least one (1) Permanent, Part-Time, Food Service Technician I position in the Nutrition Services Department. This role is under the direct supervision of the Food Service Supervisor I.

Responsibilities

• Serve or assist with the preparation of food and beverages.
• Clean and maintain food service equipment, utensils, and all work areas as required.
• Instruct and work with helpers from the patient population.
• Work any shift and schedule in a variety of settings and security areas throughout the hospital.
• May be required to work overtime and float to other work locations as determined by the operational needs of the hospital.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively at a level required for successful job performance.
• Grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Accurately portion items when serving food and beverages.
• Actively listen and follow directions, keeping simple records (e.g., temperature logs, food and supply ordering sheets).
• Read and follow serving instructions for therapeutic diets.
• Communicate with individuals with varying levels of understanding.
• Monitor and interpret gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure sanitation machines are working properly.
• Operate automatic dishwashing machine equipment.
• Organize and calculate the amount of food products and supplies in stock, making appropriate judgments to identify when supplies are low.
• Physically lift and transport materials weighing up to 50 pounds as necessary.
• Read and follow directions/instructions in English to maintain effective communication with staff and patients.
• Follow proper handwashing procedures as outlined in Infection Control guidelines.
• Use proper body mechanics when lifting, reaching, and bending to prevent injury.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of methods of cleaning and preparing foods for cooking and storing food.
• Knowledge of maintaining food service areas, utensils, and equipment.
• Knowledge of pantry work related to inventory and storage of food and supplies.
• Knowledge of the proper use of various types of food service utensils appropriate for portion control.
• Knowledge of proper methods and techniques of food storage to prevent spoilage.

Schedule

• AM Shift: 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• PM Shift: 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Additional Information

Interviews will be held on Thursday, September 3rd, 2026. Please call HR at 909-742-5550 on Friday, August 28, 2026, between 8 AM – 12 PM to confirm an interview time.

To gain list eligibility and be appointed to the Food Service Technician I classification, follow the link to the exam bulletin: Food Service Technician I Exam Bulletin. Failure to take the exam will result in your application not moving forward in our process.

Department Information: DSH – Patton, 3102 E. Highland Avenue, Patton, CA 92369. Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Patton.