OPS FOOD SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 50509998

About the role

The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Food Service Director and will assist in the day-to-day food services operation at the State Veterans' Domiciliary Home. Incumbent will share in the responsibility for staffing oversight.

Responsibilities

• Ensures clean and sanitary conditions are maintained in the areas of food preparation, serving line and storage.
• Assist the Food Service Director with purchase requests and other food production services per VA, State and Federal Regulations.
• Responsible for the complete pre-preparation, preparation and food production for meals assigned, as well as staffing and assignment of duties for the shift.
• Trains staff in methods of performing their duties in an effective and efficient manner and motivates employees to obtain maximum quality and quantity of work.
• Ensures compliance with State and facility safety procedures in the operation of food production and cleaning of equipment.
• Aids in the oversight of the proper care and maintenance of all kitchen equipment.
• In the absence of the Food Service Director, directs a staff of Food Support Workers and Food Control Specialists in the food preparation and meal service, coordinates with the Food Service Director to identify training needs and provides related training to the kitchen staff on food preparation, food storage, etc.
• Aids with purchase requests for food, cleaning supplies, utensils, pots and pans, dishes, and paper products in the kitchen.
• Consults with the Consultant Dietician and Food Service Director to ascertain the nutritional needs of the Domiciliary Home's residents. Ensures hot and cold food is maintained at correct temperature levels, temperatures are documented for each meal.
• Attends in-service training.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Must have at least (1) one year of cooking experience in a commercial or cafeteria-style setting (excluding fast food)
• Must have at least (1) year of supervisory experience
• Must be willing and able to work 10-hour shifts
• Must be willing and able to work weekends and holidays as required
• Must be willing and able to lift 50 pounds
• Must be willing and able to become a Certified Food Manager upon hire (training provided at facility)
• Must be willing and able to work in Lake City, FL
• Successful completion of the due diligence process to include, but not limited to, a Level II background check and drug test

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

Skills

• Food preparation experience in long-term care facility

Benefits

• Paid Bi-Weekly

Pay

Hourly Rate: $16.57

Schedule

OPS (Temporary) position