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Full Time
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
Posted
Job description

This posting is located at New Hanover Juvenile Detention Center in Castle Hayne, N. C.

** Applicant will need to be flexible with scheduled work hours. **

We offer benefit option packages that will enhance your quality of life, health, wellness, and future. See Employee Benefits listed below along with a competitive salary. Note-Teleworking is NOT an option for many DPS Jobs.

This position will assist the Food Service Supervisor II position and provide support of the facility's School Nutrition Program and will ensure compliance with the Department's Federal School Nutrition Program regulations by:

  • Assist supervisor with maintaining high standards of control for quality food production and service.
  • Providing nutritionally adequate meals, meeting the Federal School Nutrition Program meal patterns and dietary standards, while adhering to planned menus.
  • Following operational procedures for efficient and effective food production and service.
  • Assist Supervisor with maintaining required records, HACCP binders, reports (SFA4 School Record of Daily Meal Participation) and inventories in compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Assist Supervisor with food and supplies requisition as needed, check the cost and quality of items received, and insures proper storage.
  • Follow Department Procedure for inventorying food, supplies and equipment.
  • Assists Supervisor with ensuring compliance with School Nutrition Local Wellness Program as well as being a committee member of the School Nutrition Local Wellness Program.
  • Properly uses and cares for all equipment.
  • Assist Supervisor with maintaining integrity and accountability of the facility School Nutrition Program through compliance with all federal and state regulations and Department School Nutrition policies.
  • Complying with policies and procedures of the Department.
  • Follow Federal and State safety and sanitation procedures.
  • Provide professional and friendly customer service with facility staff; use a caring approach when interacting with juveniles.
  • Obtain and maintain an approved Food Safety Certification as well as attend any other meetings and/or training as required by Federal and State regulations.
  • Perform all duties and responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner as designated by the Detention Center Food Service Supervisor II and/or immediate supervisor, Facility Director, the Director of School Nutrition and Administrative Officer I.

Applicant should maintain high standards of personal cleanliness and food sanitation.

Applicant will need to be flexible with scheduled work hours.

About Juvenile Justice:

The Juvenile Justice Section is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. Click hereto learn more about the North Carolina Department of Public Safety's Juvenile Justice Overview. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we would welcome you to be part of the team.

About the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS):

NC DPS is the largest state agency with more than 26,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection and preparation. We have a mission that matters!

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. (Note: These links were created for applicants of Dept. of Public Safety jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)

  • Experience reading and understanding labels and recipes in order to prepare/cook food.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Experience with writing clearly on various forms and reports.
  • Experience with food preparation and cleaning procedures.
  • Experience maintaining effective working relationships with employees and residents/customers.

Management Preferences:

  • Applicant with general knowledge of federal and state laws and polices relating to the Federal Child Nutrition Program
  • Certification in food safety practices.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Education and/or experience in food preparation that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade equivalent to one year of experience in a commercial and/or institutional setting.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

  • Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
  • The NC Department of Public Safety must adhere to the US Department of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Department of Public Safety: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions(Download PDF reader).

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

-Online applications are only accepted through http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/.

-To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the State of North Carolina application. Any information omitted cannot be considered for qualifying credit.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the state application. Embedded or Attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for completed application.

-Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with your application.

-During the online application process if additional documentation is required, attach the documentation at the bottom of Step 4 in the application process.

-Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

-If applying for a position certified through the North Carolina Department of Justice-Criminal Justice Standards Division, refer to http://www.ncdoj.gov/About-DOJ/Law-Enforcement-Training-and-Standards/Criminal-Justice-Education-and-Training-Standards/Officer-Certified-Programs.aspx for specific certification requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33,100.00 - $44,509.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Vision insurance

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Morning shift

Weekly day range:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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