Dietary Supervisor

Frederick County (MD)•Frederick, MD

36d•Onsite

About The Position

This civilian supervisory position is responsible for the close supervision of food quality and preparation, satisfying individual dietary requirements and maintaining effectiveness of the menus at the Frederick County Adult Detention Center. This employee provides general supervision to other food service employees as well as assigned inmate workers. Supervision is given to Cooks and inmate workers; supervision is received from the Food Services Manager. NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate. Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Requirements

High school graduation or the equivalency
Minimum 21 years of age on the date of hire
Minimum 3 years of work experience working in an institution kitchen setting, such as nursing homes, hospitals, school food service or correctional setting
Minimum 1 year of work experience directing or supervising the work of others
Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
Ability to obtain and maintain certification by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Academy within 1 year of employment/assignment
Possession of First Aid and CPR certifications or the ability to become certified within 60 days of employment
Ability to obtain and maintain county driving privileges
Ability to maintain and adhere to all applicable Sheriff's Office Rules of Conduct, Detention Center policies and procedures, and the Frederick County Government Personnel Rules and Regulations
Knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding food preparation
Ability to effectively administer and direct food service operations within strict compliance to Federal and State sanitary regulations as well as individual dietary requirements
Ability to use good judgment in deciding when to act independently and when to refer situations to higher authority
Ability to act decisively and effectively, with tact and sensitivity for all persons
Ability to react quickly, calmly, and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to effectively train, supervise and evaluate the work of others to include inmate workers
Ability to work within varied limitations such as dietary considerations and budgetary restraints
Ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, corrections personnel, representatives of community agencies, the general public, and offenders (in person, writing, and telephone)
Demonstrate strong and effective written and oral communication skills with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports

Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining an adequate food inventory system
Implement and monitor food preparations and service procedures
Assist in preparing daily menus, allowing for individual diet restrictions
Prepare meals according to menus; ensure that meals are served within the established feeding schedule
Supervise employees to include inmate workers; assign appropriate work schedules to ensure adequate coverage; review and approve employee timesheets
Assist with efforts to maintain accredited status from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Maryland Occupational Health and Safety Administration (MOSHA), Fire Marshall's Office, Maryland Commission on Correctional Standards (MCCS), National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (I.C.E.), and Health Department standards as they relate to the Corrections Bureau
Provide training to inmate workers on all food service equipment, food handling, safety and sanitation, inventory control, food preparation, and recipe reading
Supervise daily activities such as Meals on Wheels, to include the operation of a box truck for meal delivery
Prepare religious diets when deemed necessary by facility Chaplain
Monitor sanitation and safety standards in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines
Administer CPR and First Aid to inmates and staff as needed
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.