Food Service Specialist III
| Company | Oklahoma State Government |
|---|---|
| Location | Fort Smith, AR, USA |
| Salary | $17.18 – $17.18 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Associate’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in culinary arts, food management or a similar field
- One year of experience in a supervisory capacity or supervising inmates in a commercial or institutional food service environment
- Knowledge of requisition and inventory records
- Knowledge of food service organization and operation
- Knowledge of food preparation and modified diets
- Knowledge of safety hazards and precautions
- Knowledge of proper sanitation methods
- Knowledge of food storage methods
- Knowledge of menu planning and recipe interpretation
- Knowledge of standard cooking weights and measures
- Knowledge of the principles of training
- Ability to interpret and prepare special dietary menus and menu instructions
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
- Ability to give and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to organize and supervise the work of others
Responsibilities
- Plans, coordinates or directs purchasing, food planning, preparation and serving, inventory, cleaning and maintenance of sanitary standards in the preparation areas, kitchen, serving and dining areas of the department
- Prepares work schedules for employees and patients
- Reviews menus and makes changes; plans menus and prepares projected menu plans; and interprets recipes, modified diet plans and proper portion control in accordance with approved policy
- Conducts staff meetings; attends staffing conferences and makes recommendations concerning operations
- Maintains necessary records and prepares required reports
- Analyzes food costs; assists with departmental budget issues
Preferred Qualifications
- Completion of coursework and a passing score on the examination for Certified Dietary Manager