| Location | Gulfport, MS |
| Salary | $22,039.90–$30,986.99 Per Year |
Food Service Worker II (Gulfport, MS)
Salary
$22,039.90 - $30,986.99 Annually
Location
24 - HARRISON COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9304-0374-20260831Hn
Department
0374 - MH-MS STATE HOSPITAL
Opening Date
08/31/2026
Closing Date
9/8/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$22,039.90
Agency Maximum Salary
$30,986.99
About the Agency
The mission of Specialized Treatment Facility is to promote and strengthen the mental health and the education of up to 48 adolescent males and females who are experiencing behavioral difficulties in their homes, schools, and communities. Employees are charged with the responsibility of promoting and strengthening the mental health of adolescents by exhibiting the core values that are at the heart of this mission: 1. Teamwork 2. Respect 3. Compassion 4. Integrity 5. Safety Specialized Treatment Facility employs Milieu Therapy as the foundation for the treatment of its residents. Milieu Therapy is a planned treatment environment in which everyday events and interactions are therapeutically designed for the purpose of enhancing social skills and building confidence. This therapy uses common structures familiar to all children, such as daily routines, consistent rules and activities. The Food Service Worker reports directly to the Food Service Supervisor. Please contact Human Resources for more information (228)328-6000.
About the Position
The Food Service Worker, cooks, and serves food to residents and staff in accordance with established preparation and sanitary guidelines complying with MS Department of Health guidelines. Dietary staff prepare three well balanced meals and snacks and deliver food and supplies to the Pods on a daily basis. Staff follow cleaning and sanitation standards, clean all food service equipment and spaces using proper chemicals and techniques. All food items are effectively stored as directed by Health Department Regulation and Food Safety Instructions. During receiving of supply staff checks for damages and shortages. Dietary staff check temperatures of all storages, including the walk-in-cooler and freezer. Supplies are stored in a manner that they would be easy moved and will not become a safety hazard to personnel. Food items are checked in all refrigerators and freezers for proper temperatures and wholesomeness. Dietary staff instruct Resident Living Staff on the numerous food service principles that would help him better service the residents. They identify what items are required to be utilized to support residents in the Pods and restock items if required. Dietary staff plan or participate in planning menus, preparing, apportioning foods, and utilizing surpluses and leftovers. Dietary staff supervise support staff on the proper cleaning of the kitchen and equipment. Also provide technical guidance on the proper way store and rotate food items and answer any questions that the dietitian may have related to residents' diets and allergies. Dietary staff are required to complete in-services and training. Maintains a certification in Mandt as required by STF. All STF employees are responsible for reading, understanding, and adhering to all policies, protocols, and memorandums. Universal Precautions and Infection Control policies must be adhered by all STF employees. All STF employees are responsible for reading, understanding, and adhering to all policies, protocols, and memorandums. Universal Precautions and Infection Control policies must be adhered by all STF employees.
What youll need to be Successful
Teamwork attitude, food service skills, organization and efficiency skills, able to follow a recipe
Preferred Qualifications
Requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 1-2 years of work experience. Requires SafeServe Certification.
Characteristics of Work
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Examples of Work
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Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed?
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How many years of related work experience do you have? Refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience.
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Do you possess a SafeServe Certification?
Required Question
Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406