Food Operations Supervisor (Multiple Positions): Buckingham Correctional Center #00476

Commonwealth Of Virginia; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia's Buckingham Correctional Center is seeking a Food Operations Supervisor to oversee meal preparation and service for inmates and staff. You will train inmates in kitchen policies, monitor operations and ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation and quality standards while maintaining cost-efficient practices.

The role requires strong organizational skills, ability to supervise staff, and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend policies and procedures.
• Monitor and supervise the work of others effectively.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and cost-efficient practices.
• Ability to train and direct inmates in kitchen operations while maintaining compliance with guidelines.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Supervises inmates in meal preparation and serving for inmates and staff.
• Trains inmates on kitchen policies and procedures.
• Maintains a high standard of food safety, sanitation and quality in a cost-efficient manner.

Skills

Policy comprehension

Supervision

Food safety

Sanitation standards

Cost control

Inmate training

MS Office

Outlook

Tools

Outlook

Job description

Position supervises the activities of inmates in the preparation and serving of meals for the population and staff. Trains inmates in all kitchen policies and procedures. Maintains a high standard of food safety, sanitation and quality in a cost-efficient manner.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend policies and procedures, and to monitor and supervise the work of others effectively. Must possess knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and cost-efficient practices. Ability to train and direct inmates in kitchen operations while maintaining compliance with established guidelines. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook.

Additional Considerations

Experience in institutional or correctional food service operations, along with knowledge of inventory control, cost management, and menu planning. Certifications in food safety or sanitation, such as ServSafe, are highly desirable. Strong organizational skills,

If selected as a finalist with the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC), candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.

Food Operations Supervisor (Multiple Positions): Buckingham Correctional Center #00476 Buckingham