Food Service Manager
About The Position
Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at-risk youth. Kissimmee Youth Academy in Kissimmee, Florida, is a secure Youth Academy providing trauma-informed residential care for males ages 14 to 18. The program focuses on mental health and substance abuse treatment, offering a structured environment that combines clinical therapy, education, and enrichment activities. Youth receive individualized treatment based on their needs, participating in individual, group, and family therapy, as well as life skills training, restorative justice practices, victim impact awareness, and pre-vocational preparation. Licensed professionals provide 24/7 care in small group living units, and a licensed dietitian oversees nutritional support to promote stabilization and successful reintegration into the community. At Youth Opportunity, we believe meaningful change happens through connection, consistency, and care. Every role contributes to creating an environment where youth feel supported, challenged, and encouraged as they move forward.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Must be able to read and use math at a level sufficient to prepare food from recipes/instructions.
- Based on state contractual requirements, ability to obtain ServSafe certification may be required as a condition of continued employment.
- Must maintain an appropriate and valid state driver’s license.
- Must meet state criminal background check requirements.
Nice To Haves
- 1+ year of experience in volume cookery with experience in food preparation techniques, as well as sanitation and safety procedures required.
- Must be able to read recipes and perform mathematical calculations to assure proper portions and inventory control.
- Basic knowledge of nutritional and sanitary guidelines in food preparation and delivery.
- Maintain effective working relations with supervisory personnel, co-workers, ability to project a positive, concerned image to staff and youth.
Responsibilities
- Prepare all food items as required by menus and recipes supplied, observing all standards of quality assurance, sanitation, and safety.
- Assist in the cleanup and storage of food and food related items in the kitchen.
- Supervise Food Service Workers.
- Review menu and check with production sheet for possible substitutions or preparation needed.
- Cook as required any soups, meat, or alternate entree items, vegetables, desserts or other items.
- Set up pass-through windows as necessary.
- Prepare any dessert or bread needed for the next day as required.
- Put away and date any leftover food as necessary to assure health and safety standards are met.
- Wash cooking utensils including pots and pans as necessary.
- "Clean as you go" to prevent accidents and for a tidy appearance. Clean up after each operation before starting another procedure. Keep work areas clean.
- Maintain a high standard of role model behavior for youth.
- Participate in training and development activities as required and develop required budgets.
- Participate in training and development activities as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – Earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period
- Free RX delivery on most medications
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
