Food Service Director- Skillet Kitchens

As a Food Service Director, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of food service operations within a correctional facility. 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.

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. 

· Flexible hours may be required. 

· 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

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