Food Services Specialist

Portsmouth Sheriff's Office is currently seeking a motivated and dedicated Food Service Worker to join our team. PSO's Facility Culinary Services Specialist is responsible for preparing and/or serving meals while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures.
Pay $19.76 per hour
Rotating Shift, some weekends required
The Portsmouth Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace
Qualifications:
At least 18 years of age
High School Diploma/ GED
Ability to pass a background check
Previous food service experience preferred
Must be able to obtain food safety certification
Demonstrates excellent customer service skills
Requires occasional lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 25 lbs.
Experience at least one year of bulk cooking
Ability to ensure portion control
Ability to follow food safety and health guidelines
Prior institutional food service or restaurant, cafeteria experience is a plus but not required
ServSafe Food Handler certification is preferred
Position Details:
Provides meal service within a secure correctional environment
Prepares and serves food items according to standardized recipes and directions
Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
Set up workstations, including prep tables, service counters, hot wells, steam tables, etc.
Breaks down cleans and sanitizes workstations
Serves meals to residents while ensuring satisfaction and anticipating the customers' needs
Replenishes food items and ensures the product is stocked to appropriate levels
Maintains excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
Adheres to correctional facility safety policies and procedures, including proper food safety and sanitation
Ensures security of company assets
Other duties and tasks as assigned by the manager
What We Offer:
Benefits:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance (VRS Virginia Retirement System *Group & Optional*)
Annual /Sick/ Birthday Leave
Flexible Spending Account
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Legal Resources
Short Term Disability
Fitness Memberships
If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume to this ad.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No