Correctional Food Service Supervisor

Combined-Public-Communications; Breese (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

ESOP

Benefits

Job summary

Clinton County IL Detention Center in Breese, IL is seeking a Correctional Food Service Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen operations, menu planning, and meal service within a secure facility.

This full-time role requires strong leadership and adherence to food safety standards, with opportunities for growth. You’ll supervise kitchen staff and inmate workers, manage inventory, and ensure cost controls while following facility security procedures.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience managing kitchen staff or inmate workers.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and enforce policies.
• Previous food service experience is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to work in a secure correctional facility environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations, food prep, and meal service.
• Supervise kitchen staff and inmate workers.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health standards.
• Handle inventory, ordering, and cost control.
• Follow facility safety and security procedures.
• Plan and execute menus based on guidelines and budget.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Policy enforcement

Food service management

Safety compliance

Job description

Position:Correctional Food Service Supervisor

Location: Breese, IL

Job Id:255

# of Openings:1

Correctional Food Service Supervisor
Clinton County IL Detention Center
Full-Time | PTO + 401(k) + ESOP + Benefits

What You’ll Do

• Manage daily kitchen operations, food prep, and meal service
• Supervise kitchen staff and inmate workers
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health standards
• Handle inventory, ordering, and cost control
• Follow facility safety and security procedures
• Plan and execute menus based on guidelines and budget

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and enforce policies
• Previous food service experience is a plus, but not required
• Ability to work in a secure correctional facility environment
• Full-time position
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company participation
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Why Join Us?

This role offers a unique opportunity to build leadership skills, gain valuable food service experience, and be part of a structured, team-oriented environment.

This role is based inside a secure correctional facility. You’ll work in a professional kitchen setting while following established safety and security procedures.

Keywords

Food Service Supervisor, Kitchen Supervisor, Cafeteria Supervisor, Dining Services Supervisor, Food Production Supervisor, Institutional Food Service, Correctional Food Service, Kitchen Supervisor, Sous Chef, Chef De Cuisine, Entry Level.