Food Service Specialist II (Food Service Driver)
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Job ResponsibilitiesCoastal Regional Center is a residential facility of the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs located in Summerville, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.Under the direct supervision of Food Service Director. The incumbent will drive food carts to deliver food and supplies to cottages. Performs general food service/warehouse duties at Coastal Center.* Follow established work schedules and training procedures.* Be able to demonstrate correct techniques of rotating all food items.* Ability to maintain food service records and filling phone orders.* Prepares records and check off lists.* Follow dry stores and refrigerated food procedures to ensure optimum storage conditions.The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:* 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year.* 15 days sick leave per year* 13 paid holidays* Paid Parental Leave* Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance* State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation ProgramsMinimum and Additional RequirementsThere are no minimum training and experience requirements for this class.A valid SC Driver's License is required for this position.Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and repetitive motions. Subject to outside and inside conditions.Physical requirements of exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, an/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to more objects.Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of the procurement, storage, preparation, distribution and serving of food products. Knowledge of dietetic principles involved in planning and reviewing menus for nutritional adequacy, dietary balance and attractiveness of prepared food products. Knowledge of the methods, materials and appliances used in a bakery. Ability to teach food preparation and cooking. Ability to maintain food service records and prepare written reports.Additional CommentsAbout 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 intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.EEO Statement: 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.Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review ofyour background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which 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.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 misrepresentationwill result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current andprevious work history and education.A resume may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.