Food Service Assistant - Black Mountain Neuro Medical Treatment Center

Agency Division Job Classification Title Food Service Assistant (S) Position Number Grade NC01 About Us North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website . Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! Description of Work We are seeking a reliable and caring Food Service Assistant to join our dietary team. This role is vital in helping prepare and serve meals to the residents of Black Mountain Neuro Medical Treatment Center (BMNTC) while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment by meeting and exceeding sanitation standards as outlined in the NC Food Code. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $31,200.00 - $46,991.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Demonstrated knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking, and baking procedures. Basic knowledge of appropriate methods of cleaning and sanitizing equipment and small wares. Ability to maintain high sanitation standards as outlined in the NC Food Code. Ability to follow oral and written instructions; efficiently and accurately complete department records and documentation as required. Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor for extended periods of time. Minimum Education and Experience Education and/or experience in food service that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade. This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events. We Will Be Recruiting For Multiple Positions With This Post. Your Application Will Be Considered For All Noted Open Positions. Available shifts/schedules will be discussed during the interview. Scheduling flexibility is required for weekends, holidays, special events, training/education and to meet the needs of the facility. ABOUT BLACK MOUNTAIN NEURO-MEDICAL TREATMENT CENTER: Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is one of three state operated facilities serving adults with chronic and complex medical conditions that co-exist with neurodevelopmental or neurocognitive disorders often related to a diagnosis of severe and persistent mental illness or intellectual disability. The health and physical status of our residents require 24-hour supervision, daily nursing care, and assistance with activities of daily living. OUR MISSION STATEMENT: We are a specialized long-term care facility focusing on maintaining quality of life and dignity for adults with neurocognitive or neurodevelopmental disorders with coexisting complex medical and behavioral needs whose level of support extends beyond that which can be provided in family or community living settings. We are committed to providing individualized compassionate care delivered by highly skilled staff. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: DHHS 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. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy. To be considered for employment, an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing boards/agencies. APPLICATION PROCESS:   Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.  Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the night before the closing date. 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.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.  Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your app