Food Service Supervisor
About The Position
The Food Service Supervisor oversees inmate labor and team members assisting with food service operations in a correctional facility. The role includes preparing and serving a variety of food items according to assigned work instructions and menus, using food-preparation utensils and equipment, and serving meals according to department procedures and planned meal schedules. The supervisor trains food service workers and promotes a healthy and safe work environment for employees and inmates. This position reports to the Food Service Director and is performed onsite inside a jail or correctional facility. Full-time and part-time schedules are available. Both require open availability between 3:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., including some weekends and holidays.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Open availability to work between 3:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., including some weekends and holidays.
- Ability to lift, bend, push, kneel, walk, and stand for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience.
- Passion for food and service.
- Understanding of food-handling regulations.
- Desire to learn.
- Ability to work as a team member, adapt quickly to change, and be flexible.
Responsibilities
- Manage inmate labor and team members in the kitchen during food preparation and food service shifts.
- Serve food during planned meal schedules and 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 for eligible full-time employees.
- DailyPay access to earned wages.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off.
- 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.
- A $250 bonus for completing the Rookie’s Fast Track Program within the first 60 days.
- Part-time employees are eligible for the Employee Assistance Program at no cost and accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
