Description
As a Food Service Director, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of food service operations within a correctional facility at Roosevelt County Jail. This role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a thorough understanding of food safety and institutional food service management. You play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of safe, nutritious, and high-quality meals to inmates within a correctional facility. Your leadership and management skills are essential to maintaining operational standards, compliance with regulations, and fostering a positive food service environment.
Requirements
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise meal preparation, cooking, and serving.
- Monitor food production to ensure consistency and minimize waste.
- Manage inventory levels and coordinate with vendors.
- Oversee budgets for food costs, labor, and supplies.
- Train and supervise kitchen staff.
- Conduct performance evaluations and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
- Conduct regular inspections for cleanliness and food safety.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Foster positive relationships with facility staff and inmates.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Job Skills:
- Ability to work in a secure corrections environment.
- Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
- Ability to obtain food safety certification.
- Experience in food service management, preferably in a correctional setting.
- Knowledge of nutrition and dietary guidelines.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Working Conditions:
- Work in a correctional facility setting with strict security protocols.
- Ability to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Physical ability to stand, lift, and move food supplies and equipment.
Benefits:
- Paid weekly
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Full-time benefits (medical/dental/vision) after 60 days
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Pregnancy and Bonding Leave
- 401k match (after 6 months)
- Uniform Tops provided
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
- Free $50,000 Term Life insurance policy
- Internal promotions and advancements
