Food Service Supervisor

TKC Holdings • Ottawa, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Supervisor oversees inmate labor and team members supporting food service operations in a correctional facility. The role involves preparing and serving a variety of food items according to assigned instructions, menus, recipes, and department procedures. The supervisor trains food service workers and promotes a healthy, safe work environment. The 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. The wage is $20.00 per hour. Physical demands include lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods, including being on your feet for much of the shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work some weekends and holidays.
• Ability to perform physical tasks 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.
• Understanding of food handling regulations.
• Desire to continue learning.
• 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 proper 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.
• Carry out other responsibilities as determined by the employer’s 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.

What This Job Offers

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