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FOOD SERVICE WORKERDEADLINE TO APPLY:This recruitment will be open for a minimum of 5 business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) when the needs of the County are met. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.OPEN TO THE PUBLICThis recruitment willestablish an open eligible list. This list will be used to fill current and future Food Service Worker positions.THE OPPORTUNITYFood Service Workers perform the following duties:Wash, peel, and cut fresh fruit and vegetables for food preparationAssist Senior Institutional Cooks in basic food preparation tasksPortion food from large pots or ovens into serving pans for meal serviceLoad carts with food for delivery to various units within the facilityReturn carts to the kitchen after meals have been servedSort dishes, silverware, and kitchen utensils for washingClean and maintain food preparation areas to ensure cleanliness and hygieneOperate kitchen equipment such as dishwasher, meat slicer, scales, chopping machines, and steam jacketed kettles as requiredPrepare and assemble special diet plates as prescribed by the Medical Unit, considering allergies, pregnancies, injuries, and other medical conditionsPerform any additional duties as assigned by the supervisor or managementDESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIESThe ideal candidate will have experience preparing meals and special diets in a correctional facility type of work setting. Incumbents will work rotating schedules including weekends, holidays, nights and on an emergency basis as needed. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the following core competencies:Technical and Knowledge of:Proficiency in proper food handling and food preparation techniquesSound understanding of practices, methods, and equipment used in preparing and serving large quantities of foodStrong knowledge of various special diets, including vegetarian, diabetic, allergy, disruptive inmate diets, religious diets, and others as prescribed by the Medical UnitFamiliarity with assembling special diet plates based on specific medical conditions or restrictionsExcellent organizational skills with the ability to update and manage the special diet list dailyMeticulous attention to detail and accuracy in meal preparation to ensure adherence to dietary prescriptionsKnowledge of proper disposal of trash and maintenance of cleanliness in the kitchen areaProficiency in washing, stacking silverware, dishes, and utensilsUnderstanding of common weights and measures used in food preparationFamiliarity with safety standards, sanitation practices, and maintenance of kitchen and storage areasAbility to lift and move objects properly and safelyAbility to detect odors and indicators of food spoilageSafety:Adherence to kitchen and storage sanitation standard protocolsMaintaining a safe work environment and understanding the safety mechanisms related to kitchen equipmentEnsuring the safety of floors, aisles, and walkways to prevent trips and fallsEfficient communication and reporting of safety concernsCommunication Skills | Customer Service:Clear and effective oral and written communication skillsProficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the English language to follow procedures, recipes, labels, and instructions for food preparationAnticipating and listening to customers' needsProviding professional and positive customer serviceMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSClick here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Food Service Worker classification.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSPhysical Requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting above shoulder level; lifting up to 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing over 25 pounds; bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, standing and/or walking for long periods of time; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone.Environmental Conditions: Frequent exposure to machinery, electrical appliances, fire, heat, cleaning chemicals, sudden temperature changes, slippery surfaces, and noise/vibration, steam/hot water and cramped areas.RECRUITMENT PROCESSHuman Resource Services screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process.Online Assessment | Multiple-Choice Test (Weighted 100%)HRS will invite candidates via e-mail to participate in an un-proctored (self-administered) online exam which may include a typing test. Only the candidates who perform most successfully on the exam will be referred to the next step.Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.Veterans Employment PreferenceThe County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.Eligible ListOnce the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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