Food Service and Quality Assurance Specialist

at  State of Colorado Job Opportunities

THIS POSITION WILL HAVE REMOTE AND HYBRID WORKPLACE OPTIONS AVAILABLE BUT WILL STILL BE REQUIRED TO REPORT TO THE LISTED ADDRESSES AS WELL AS OTHER LOCATIONS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE SUPERVISOR AND BASED ON BUSINESS NEED.

The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.
This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect. We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution
• Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• BenefitHub state employee discount program
• MotivateMe employee wellness program
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
• RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs

Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home
PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.

DESCRIPTION OF JOB

Classification: Compliance Specialist III (H6K3XX)

EXPERIENCE ONLY:

• Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
• Experience MUST include quality assurance in the food service industry
  OR

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A combination of related education (business administration, public policy, law, marketing, business management, or food service, nutrition, health science, or in a field of study related to the work assignment) and/or relevant work experience in an occupation related to the work assigned (as stated above) equal to six (6) years

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working directly with persons with disabilities providing services appropriate to the work assignment
• Food Science and Technology: Understanding of food science principles, including food composition and food preservation methods. This knowledge is critical for assessing the quality, safety, and shelf-life of food products
• Auditing and Compliance: Ability to conduct internal audits and inspections to assess compliance with food safety regulations, contracts/permits/other agreements and industry standards, ie ServSafe.
• Training and Education: Ability to provide training and education to Blind Vendors on food safety principles, hygiene practices, proper handling techniques, and regulatory requirements.
• ServSafe certificate
  Conditions of Employment:

Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.

• While this position may be required occasionally to report to one of the business offices listed based on business need; it is required to regularly serve customers on site in various Front Range locations and will necessitate the selected applicant to travel and report to these locations.
• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION SCREENING

A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use “see resume” or “see attached” statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.

THE STATE OF COLORADO BELIEVES THAT EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION DRIVE OUR SUCCESS, AND WE ENCOURAGE CANDIDATES FROM ALL IDENTITIES, BACKGROUNDS, AND ABILITIES TO APPLY. THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO BUILDING INCLUSIVE, INNOVATIVE WORK ENVIRONMENTS WITH EMPLOYEES WHO REFLECT OUR COMMUNITIES AND

enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin,
marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT IS COMMITTED TO THE FULL INCLUSION OF ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS. AS PART OF THIS COMMITMENT, OUR AGENCY WILL ASSIST INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE A DISABILITY WITH ANY REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS RELATED TO EMPLOYMENT, INCLUDING COMPLETING THE APPLICATION PROCESS, INTERVIEWING, COMPLETING ANY PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING, PARTICIPATING IN THE EMPLOYEE SELECTION PROCESS, AND/OR TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS WHERE THE REQUESTED ACCOMMODATION DOES NOT IMPOSE AN UNDUE HARDSHIP. IF YOU HAVE A DISABILITY AND REQUIRE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO ENSURE YOU HAVE A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE APPLYING OR INTERVIEWING FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE DIRECT YOUR INQUIRIES TO OUR ADAAA COORDINATOR, SEAN MONTOYA, AT SEAN.MONTOYA@STATE.CO.US. AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. FOR ALL OTHER INQUIRIES ABOUT THIS RECRUITMENT EFFORT, PLEASE CALL 303-318-8200.

While a salary range is posted for this position, an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis, which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work.

• Provides technical assistance and training with the following tasks: menu planning, food safety, quality control, food preparation, serving food, portion control, and catering.
• Coaches on managing customer concerns and complaints.
• Assists Blind Vendors with monitoring stock levels.
• Manages and maintains health inspection reports.
• Assists Blind Vendors with food storage logs.
• Supports Blind Vendors with monitoring and documenting refrigeration and freezer temperatures.
• Responsible for providing training and technical assistance to Blind Vendors and ensuring they are maintaining records, (chemical concentration logs, dish wash temp logs, ice machine cleaning logs weekly and monthly).
• Provides strategic direction and management of FSQA, regulatory compliance.
• Ensures facilities are complying with cleanliness/sanitation standards by conducting checks of facility, food production and storage areas twice annually.
• Ensures facilities are complying with food safety standards by conducting checks twice annually.
• Support Blind Vendors with monitoring the receiving process for all produce received (fresh,frozen, and dry products) and confirming these products are received at required temperature.
• Supports Blind Vendors with setting up schedules for calibration and documenting of calibrated thermometers (IR and digital) and ensuring annual calibration of certified thermometers.
• Provides support and technical assistance to Blind Vendors to ensure areas are properly stocked with necessary inventory prior to service.
• Provides support to Blind Vendors to ensure food safety and quality standards are met by routine monitoring of receiving, production, and food storage activities.
• Helps Blind Vendor’s adhere to established food safety standards.
• Provides assistance to Blind Vendors ensuring they have established sanitation standard operating procedures, pest control, chemical control, product quality assurance