Food Service Supervisor
About The Position
The Food Service Supervisor oversees inmate labor and team members who assist with food service operations in a correctional facility. The role includes preparing and serving a variety of food items according to assigned instructions and menus, using food preparation utensils and equipment, and ensuring portions meet clients’ nutritional needs. The supervisor trains food service workers and promotes a healthy, safe work environment for employees and inmates. This position reports to a Food Service Director and is performed onsite inside a jail or correctional facility. The schedule is Saturday through Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with Thursday and Friday off. Availability to work some weekends and holidays is required. Physical demands include lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Understanding of food handling regulations.
- Ability to work the stated Saturday-through-Wednesday schedule and some weekends and holidays.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience.
- Passion for food and service.
- Desire to continue learning.
- Ability to work as a team member, adapt quickly to changes, and be flexible.
Responsibilities
- Manage inmate labor and team members during kitchen food preparation and service shifts.
- Serve food during planned meal schedules according to department procedures.
- Prepare and cook food according to recipes using kitchen utensils and equipment.
- Serve menu portions using appropriate utensils to meet clients’ nutritional needs.
- Train other food service workers.
- Promote a healthy and safe work environment for employees and inmates.
- Perform other responsibilities as determined by operational needs.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- DailyPay access to earned wages.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid training.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
- Voluntary benefits, including short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness, and accident coverage.
- $250 bonus for completing the Rookie’s Fast Track Program within the first 60 days.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
