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- Job Announcement
The Food Service Specialist at the juvenile detention center is tasked with leading the daily operations of meal preparation for approximately 500 meals. This involves managing a team of six cooks and ensuring that meals are prepared according to established safety and quality standards. The specialist is pivotal in overseeing the use of various kitchen appliances and ensuring that the dining and kitchen areas are maintained to sanitation standards.
Additionally, the role includes significant planning responsibilities. The Food Service Specialist contributes to the development of menus, ensuring they meet nutritional guidelines and regulatory standards. They manage inventory levels of foodstuffs and kitchen supplies, oversee the procurement process, and handle relationships with vendors. This also involves maintaining kitchen equipment and arranging for repairs as needed.
Record-keeping is another crucial aspect of the role. The specialist maintains records related to meal counts, food inventory, and the tracking of eligible youth for reimbursement through state and federal subsidy programs. They perform quality checks and routinely gather feedback from residents and staff to assess satisfaction levels and identify areas for improvement.
Finally, the Food Service Specialist assists in the supervision and training of kitchen staff, ensuring new hires are well-versed in safety and sanitation protocols, as well as proper food preparation techniques. This comprehensive role requires a keen attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a dedicated adherence to health and safety regulations.- Illustrative Duties
Oversees the preparation and serving of food;
Supervises in preparations and serving of food, cleaning the kitchen and dining area, and maintaining appropriate health standards in the kitchen and dining area;
Serves as a guard for trustees working in the kitchen and dining room;
Controls and accounts for all hardware items used in the kitchen and dining areas; Receives stocks and rotates food and beverage deliveries;
Inventories food and beverage and paper items;
Monitors equipment and safety products for food and beverage department;
Performs related work as required;Develops and updates menus that meet dietary standards and guidelines for U.S. Department of Agriculture and Department of Education.
Develop alternative menus for resident's who have dietary needs.
Responsible for cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and dining room in compliance with regulating authorities.
Orders and maintains food and food service supplies within budget guidelines.
Maintains all required documentation including daily meal records, recipes, food guidelines, temperature charts, kitchen equipment inventory, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HAACP) Plan, Wellness Plan, copies of all prepackaged food labels, health/sanitation reports, and purchase food inventories.
- Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Ability to make independent decisions relative to food preparation, food serving, and menu item substitutions;
Ability to supervise trustees.
Knowledge of U.S. Department of Agriculture lunch program guidelines.
Knowledge of Department of Education lunch program guidelines.
- Employment Standards
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school or G.E.D. issued by a state department of education, plus two years of experience in cooking and/or planning meals, in a small to medium kitchen operation, specifically in food preparation.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid Driver's License (Required at the time of application)
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:- This position is considered "essential personnel" and will be required to report to work during times designated countywide as approved for unscheduled leave regardless of the emergency situation (i.e., weather, transportation, other disaster).
- The appointee to the position will be required to complete the following to the satisfaction of the employer:
- Criminal Background Investigation
- Child Protective Services Registry Check
- Driving Record Check
- Pre-employment Medical Evaluation
- Tuberculosis Test
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Experience in Kitchen Management: Minimum two years of experience providing oversight in a commercial kitchen setting.
- Menu Development: Proven ability in placing food orders and crafting menus tailored to accommodate a variety of food allergies.
- Vendor Relations and Inventory Management: Experience in ordering foodstuffs from multiple vendors, adept at receiving and inventorying deliveries efficiently.
- Scheduling and Record Keeping: Familiarity with creating effective schedules and maintaining accurate records.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, for managing kitchen and administrative tasks.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:- Duties require the ability to lift weight up to 50 pounds; Stand for long periods of time; Visual and auditory acuity.
- All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include a practical exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.#LI-AL1
Requisition 24-01138