Food Service Director- Skillet Kitchens

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 Liberty 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. 
• Slip resistant shoes, work pants, and company provided shirts.  

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 

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements for the position. Duties and qualifications may vary depending on the specific needs of the facility. 

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