Position Purpose:

Food Service Worker is required to attend a Food Safety Course within the first six months of employment. Must be able to read and follow directions on menus. Must have knowledge and/or skills in food preparation and storage. Completes cleaning/sanitation schedules in a timely manner. Maintains personal hygiene per the agency’s Dress and Appearance Code.

Qualifications:

Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health gives hiring preference to applicants who achieve National Career Readiness Certification (NCRC). To receive NCRC, interested applicants must contact a Missouri Career Center. Experience and knowledge of principles and techniques used in food preparation, handling, and storage is required. Math and reading skills to modify recipes is essential. Must be able to push, pull and lift 50 pounds and complete physically demanding preparation and cleanup duties. Will also need to be on feet for long periods of time in varying temperatures associated with food preparations. Must pass the physical requirements for Food Service including a TB test. Certification in CPR and First Aid is required or can be obtained shortly after being hired.

Must pass background check provided for the agency by the U.S. Department of Justice and the Family Care Safety Registry which includes the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Department of Social Services, Department of Mental Health and Department of Health and Senior Services. Must not be on any “do not hire” list with the Department of Mental Health or the Missouri Division of Family Services. Must have reliable transportation.

Benefits:

SEMOBH offers on the job training to all new employees, professional development challenges and growth opportunities, and work to support employees’ work-life balance. Offered benefits include Agency-provided life insurance, voluntary health, dental, vision, and cafeteria plan options, paid vacation time and sick time, discount programs and more.