Food Service Worker



Job Details

Food Service Worker
Employer

Maricopa County

Salary

$14.43 - $23.05 Hourly

Location

Phoenix

Job Type

Classified/Full-Time

Job Number

500FSW04272018

Department

Sheriff

Division

Central Services-Food Services

Opening Date

04/27/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

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Position Overview_Updated- Maricopa

The Food Service Worker prepares healthy food which is provided to the MCSO inmate population and instructs inmates on kitchen tasks.  This position is involved in all aspects of food preparation, operating in a safe and secure manner within a jail environment.

Position Qualifications_Updated- Maricopa

Minimum education and/or experience:
Two (2) years of general experience in food preparation and service.  Other combinations of education and experience may be considered in substitution for the minimum qualifications.
 
Specialized training, certifications, and/or other special requirements:
Food service workers must complete a program approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Current Food Handler's cards are acceptable if unexpired.
 
Must possess, or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona driver's license.  Training with the exception of Arizona driver's license to be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS – IS100 and 700; OSHA training; ADP payroll training; PREA training. Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass a polygraph examination and an extensive background review.
 
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge of:

  • Proper food handling and food preparation techniques in compliance with health standards.
  • Microsoft Office Suite applications.
 
Skill in:
  • Cleaning and sanitizing food service facilities and equipment.
  • Operating a variety of kitchen and office equipment.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
 
Ability to:
  • Instruct and lead others in the preparation and service of meals.
  • Appropriately portion meals and prepare food for special diets.
  • Conduct inspections and safety checksto ensure all safety standards are being followed.
  • Prepare production reports.
 
Preferred education and/or experience:
High school diploma or GED; two (2) years of institutional or high-volume food preparation experience.
 
Working conditions:
Work occurs indoors in a food plant environment in a jail facility. Tasks require manual dexterity to operate kitchen equipment and may involve long periods of standing and/or walking. Position involves teamwork and ability to interact with and oversee adult inmates in food preparation.
 
The following environments described are only representative of how the essential job tasks are currently performed or envisioned. As such, in order to accommodate a disability or limitation, the essential job tasks may be performed in ways other than described on these pages.
 
Work Environment:
  • Indoors in jail environment, rarely outdoors
  • Frequently in temperatures above 90 degrees or below 40 degrees
  • Wet/damp area
  • Frequent use of stairs or ladders
  • High noise level
  • Frequently bright lighting, occasionally dim lighting
  • Conditions may rarely include chemicals/fumes, smoke/dust, unprotected heights
  • Rare exposure to contagious diseases
 
Physical Environment:
  • Sitting, standing, walking
  • Driving a vehicle
  • Speaking, hearing, seeing, reading
  • Distinguishing colors
  • Bending/kneeling, reaching, twisting, climbing
  • Wearing protective gear
  • Lifting floor to waist fifty (50) pounds
  • Lifting waist to shoulder fifty (50) pounds
  • Lifting shoulder to overhead fifty (50) pounds
  • Carrying a weight of fifty (50) pounds for a distance of 100 feet
  • Pushing/pulling a weight of fifty (50) pounds for a distance of 100 feet
 
Social Environment:
  • Time pressures, high volume of work
  • Handling multiple or complicated tasks, and frequently changing or unscheduled tasks
  • Accuracy
  • Decision making
  • Concentration/vigilance
  • Frequent interruptions
  • Working in a team environment in close proximity to others
  • Regular inmate contact
  • Occasional contact with public
  • Conditions rarely include emergencies, dangerous environment, or working in isolation
  • Overtime/rotating shifts on rare occasions

Essential Job Tasks_Updated- Maricopa

  • Prepares inmate meals and special diets.
  • Instructs inmates in all work areas of the kitchen, loading dock, and related areas.
  • Documents all activities in the incident logbook.
  • Performs computer tasks using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Operates various commercial kitchen equipment, forklifts, and electric pallet jacks in a safe manner.
  • Monitors equipment and reports repair needs to maintenance.
  • Performs utensil, tool, key, and inmate accountability throughout the shift.
  • Assigns and instructs inmates and Detention personnel on kitchen tasks.
  • Instructs Detention and Civilian personnel to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment.
  • Conducts inventory, orders supplies, and monitors delivery of supplies from the Warehouse.
  • Ensures the assigned work area and kitchen equipment is well maintained and clean.
  • Maintains Environmental Health code compliance. (HACCP).
  • Oversees distribution of meals.
  • Maintains Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliance.
  • Prepares and writes reports and memos.
  • Drives Maricopa County Sheriff's Office vehicles for assigned activities, and loads/unloads trucks.
  • Monitors chemical usage in the production area.
  • Maintains inventory and equipment control.
  • Performs safety checks on food service equipment.
  • Attends briefings, meetings, and special events.
  • Performs other tasks as assigned by Food Service Shift Supervisor.
  • Be present at work site to perform tasks as scheduled and/or assigned by supervisor.

Selection Procedure_Updated- Maricopa

The Maricopa County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates considered to be the most highly qualified.  Those selected will be assessed based on evaluation of listed education and experience.  The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a list provided by Human Resources.
 
All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation.  A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County.  These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices.
Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate up to midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity and budgetary allowances.

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Maricopa County offers a Total Compensation Package that includes competitive salaries and a comprehensive, affordable benefits package.  High value is placed on employee well-being and meeting the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package is comprised of traditional benefits like medical, prescription, dental, vision, and other health benefits. Employees are supported by various wellness programs including classes, coaching, and fitness center opportunities.  Our generous benefit options are some of the best in Arizona and just one of the unique advantages of working for Maricopa County.  Below is a representative listing of typical benefits received by most full-time employees.

Holidays and Leave
Maricopa County observes ten paid holidays per year. Most County employees accrue vacation (starting at three weeks per year for full-time employees) and sick leave (starting at one hour for every 30 hours worked for all employees). Employees also receive paid leave for other needs such as jury duty, civic duty, and bereavement. 

Medical, Prescription, Behavioral Health, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
We understand how important health, oral hygiene and vision are to maintaining a good quality of life. We also know our employees want to have the freedom to choose plans to best meet their needs.  Eligible employees may choose from four medical plan options, an HMO, PPO, and two HDHP (High Deductible Health Plans) with a health savings account. When employees enroll in medical coverage, they are automatically enrolled in prescription and behavioral health coverage as well. There are three dental plans from which to choose, two PPO plans and a pre-paid dental plan that functions like an HMO.  As is the case with medical, the plans range in cost, flexibility, and network of providers.  The vision plan provides employees and their covered dependents access to routine vision services and materials, including an annual eye exam.   For those who wish to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses, the flexible spending accounts are suitable for that need.

Life and Disability Insurance
Because life sometimes takes unexpected turns, the County offers life insurance coverage to help employees and their loved ones in the event of death.  Basic life and basic accidental death & dismemberment insurance equivalent to one times an employee's annual base salary is provided at no cost, with the option for employees to purchase additional coverage including spouse and child life insurance. Disability insurance is available to replace a portion of an employee's salary should they experience a short-term illness or injury.

Retirement
Eligible employees are covered by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, including the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS).  Additionally, there's the option to contribute to a 457b deferred compensation retirement savings plan that provides employees with a variety of investment opportunities.  For those employees who retire from the County and from their retirement system, and have accrued 1,000 or more hours of sick leave, the County makes a $10,000 contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan set up on their behalf to be used for payment of eligible out-of-pocket healthcare expenses.

Group Legal Plan
Maricopa County offers employees group discounts to purchase coverage for legal services such as adoptions, family matters, wills and trusts.

Wellness and Ergonomics
Maricopa County's Wellness Works program promotes health and wellness for employees and their families by focusing on physical activity, good nutrition, self-care and stress management. Maricopa County offers eligible employees a wellness incentive for completing a health assessment, being tobacco-free, and integrating health and well-being activities into their lives. By meeting a set of criteria, employees and their families can get reimbursed for participating in a Weight Watchers Program. On-site fitness facilities and fitness classes are provided to employees at various locations around the County. Employees and their families also have the opportunity to receive a discounted fitness club membership at LA Fitness. Employees have access to smoking cessation programs and health-related classes on various topics including nutrition, exercise and stress management. Employees located downtown benefit from an onsite pharmacy and clinic. Every fall, flu vaccines are offered to employees at various County locations.  The Ergonomics team at Maricopa County works to assist departments and employees in preventing and alleviating pain and discomfort associated with the work environment. They provide guidance on the proper approach to workstation set-up, as well as ergonomic trainings and individual ergonomic evaluations.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
When employees and their families are faced with personal issues, confidential, short-term counseling and referral services are available to them at no cost.  

Employee Discounts
Maricopa County subscribes to a service association which provides employees with volume discounts for sporting events, entertainment, and many other services.

Commute Options Program (COP)
Maricopa County provides free Valley Metro passes for the bus and light rail systems; a vanpool subsidy is also provided. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear and tear on their vehicle and help the environment all at the same time.

New Employee Orientation (NEO) NEO provides new employees with information about Maricopa County such as: history, organizational structure, Merit Rules, County policies and procedures, County pay system and benefits and employee programs.

Rewarding Ideas/Employee Suggestions
Employees are provided with incentives to generate ideas for improvements that result in cost reduction through increased efficiency and productivity, improved processes and procedures and elimination of duplication and waste. Our employees' ideas could put money in their pocket!!

Tuition Reimbursement
To promote Maricopa County's long term employee retention objectives, our employees are eligible to receive financial assistance to continue their education, help make them more productive, enhance their job performance, and equip them to pursue new opportunities within County government.

To learn more about the County's generous benefits, visit the Maricopa County Employee Benefits and Wellness website.
 

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Prior to hire, background investigations are conducted on candidates for positions. All information contained in your online application MUST be accurate, including but not limited to criminal history, education details, and employment details. Incomplete or inaccurate information contained in your online application may delay the background investigation process, or result in your removal from employment consideration. Your resume is NOT a substitute for the information requested in the online application.
  • By checking this box, I confirm that I have reviewed all information provided in my online application and believe the information to be complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
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Please identify your highest level of education COMPLETED. IMPORTANT: LIST ALL EDUCATION IN THE APPLICABLE SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. Please indicate type of diploma/degree, college major/minor, and name of institution. If you did not complete a degree program, include your high school diploma/GED information, as well as the number of college semester/quarter hours completed. NOTE: Failure to provide complete information will likely result in the disqualification of your application.
  • Doctorate
  • Master's degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Associate's degree
  • Technical school (non-Associate's degree)
  • High School diploma or GED
  • Less than a High School diploma or GED certificate
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Please identify your years' general experience in food preparation and service.
  • 5 or more years
  • 4 or more years but less than 5 years
  • 3 or more years but less than 4 years
  • 2 or more years but less than 3 years
  • 1 or more years but less than 2 years
  • Less than 1 year
  • No experience
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This position requires the ability to work with inmates in a jail environment and may require long term standing and walking. Are you willing to accept a position with these types of working conditions?
  • Yes
  • No
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Do you have at High school diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No
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Do you have at least two (2) years of institutional or high-volume food preparation experience?
  • Yes
  • No

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