Food Service Manager

Pay: $55,000 annual salary

Schedule: Full time, Monday – Friday, day schedule

Benefit package includes: 

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits 
• Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) 
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Paid Holidays 

Make a difference! The Management & Training Corporation proudly operates the IAH Secure Adult Detention Facility in Livingston, Texas. Our foundation is based upon the philosophies of caring about others, giving back, and making a social impact. 

What you’ll do: You’ll directly supervise the assistant food service manager and cook and be responsible for the management of food services. This includes the cafeteria and special food services in compliance with MTC and customer directives. 

Essential Functions:  

1. Plan, coordinate and supervise the administrative and food service activities of the department. 
2. Provide staff training, evaluate staff performance and recommend and implement department and personnel changes as approved by the deputy warden and coordinated with the manager, human resources prior to implementation. 
3. Assist the finance manager in the preparation of the departmental budget; monitor and control all expenditures pertaining to the food service operations. 
4. Assist in the development and implementation of new and revised policies and procedures affecting food services. 
5. Provide appetizing, nutritious and realistically proportioned meals in a clean, comfortable environment. 
6. Ensure quality of production and food purchase requirements. Maintain cost control to stay within budget limitation. Establish quantity of food to be prepared according to the menu and planned number of meals to be served. 
7. Conduct inspections in the food service area according to standards and company policy. Constantly maintain cleanliness and sanitation to standards including local health department regulations. 
8. Supervise food service staff to ensure they are maintaining oversight of detainee workers. Maintain security in the department with the assistance of the staff. 
9. Supervise preparation of food services for special facility functions. 
10. Prepare daily schedule, assign specific duties to staff and detainees. 
11. Maintain working relationship with unit staff and administrators concerning food services in the unit including but not limited to special functions. 
12. Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed. Provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques. 
13. Maintain accountability of staff, detainees and property; adhere to safety practices. 
14. Regular attendance required. 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical training in food service operations and four (4) years of experience in food service operations, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory capacity are required. 
• Knowledge of nutrition and methods of food cost effectiveness desired. Experience in correctional institution food services preferred. 
• Valid food handler’s permit required, if required by the state of Texas. 
• Valid driver’s license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post-Hire Requirements: Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements and maintain appropriate facility clearance.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.