Food Service Supervisor

TKC Holdings • Boston, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Supervisor oversees inmate labor and team members assisting with food service operations in a correctional facility. The role involves preparing and serving a variety of food items according to work instructions, menus, recipes, and department procedures, using food preparation utensils and equipment. The position works onsite inside a jail or correctional facility and reports to a Food Service Director.

The ideal candidate is passionate about food and service, understands food-handling regulations, is eager to learn, works well as a team member, adapts quickly to changes, and is flexible. The role requires standing for much of the shift and may involve lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, and walking.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Understanding of food-handling regulations.
• Ability to work as a team member, adapt quickly to changes, and be flexible.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage inmate labor and team members in the kitchen during food preparation and service shifts.
• Serve food during planned meal schedules according to department procedures.
• Use kitchen utensils and equipment to cook food according to recipes.
• Use appropriate utensils to serve menu portions that 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 business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• DailyPay with 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED