Food Service Specialist II / Trayline (Inpatient Services)

Salary: $29,000.00 - $43,500.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 189432
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division: Inpatient Services
Opening Date: 06/13/2026
Closing Date: 6/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KB10
Position Number:: 60030080
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN03
Opening Date: 06/13/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Work every other weekend and work scheduled holidays.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Food Service Specialist II (Trayline) who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health- Inpatient Services, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia, SC 29203.

As the Food Service Specialist II (Trayline), working under the Trayline Supervisor and/or Area Supervisors, you will lead assigned staff in operation of food assembly in compliance with department, local, state, and federal guidelines.

Responsibilities for the Food Service Specialist II (Trayline):

• Lead other staff in and prepare, portion, assemble, and serve meals per menu specification.
• Lead other staff in and operates all food re-thermalization and refrigeration equipment to serve clients hot and cold meal requirements.
• Lead other staff in and operate refrigeration, heating, and ware washing equipment to maintain safe temperature requirements. Keeps daily records of temperature charts.
• Lead other staff in and organize the serving and maintenance of food operation and equipment.
• Lead other staff in and performs all ware washing, sanitation, and cleaning techniques to meet department standards.
• Lead other staff in and verify food service accuracy and follow all prescribed procedures and instructions.
• Provides required services in a pleasant, helpful, and positive manner to demonstrate good customer service.
• Adhere to patients' privacy and "Bill of Rights" standards requirements while performing duties.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• There are no minimum training and experience requirements for this class.

Additional Requirements

• Physical ability to manually lift 40 lbs.
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, pull, push, climb stairs
  or stand for extended periods of time.
• May encounter temperatures ranging from 20 degrees F to 400 degrees F around equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

THIS IS AN ESSENTIAL POSITION DURING AN EMERGENCY.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan
  • State Optional Retirement Program

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

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Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Have you ever been employed by the SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?

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