Correctional Food Service Supervisor I

Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

NC Flex Supplemental Benefits

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

The NC Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Correctional Food Service Supervisor I at Hyde Correctional Institution. The role provides direct supervision of the Food Service Department, planning, directing, and supervising the preparation and serving of meals for inmates in a minimum custody setting.

You will manage food orders, ensure compliance with master menus and diet cards, monitor budgets and sanitation, and supervise officers while maintaining safety and proper equipment control.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of inmate custody and program management, departmental rules, and emergency procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with inmates, staff, and the public.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in oral and written form.
• Knowledge of food service management techniques and health regulations.
• Ability to estimate and plan for supplies, food items, and meal preparation time.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Food Service Department for preparation and service of regular and therapeutic diets.
• Direct planning, supervision, and execution of food preparation and serving for inmates.
• Oversee ordering of food and ensure adherence to menus and recipe cards.
• Monitor sanitation, equipment operation, and budget within the food service section.
• Maintain a master therapeutic diet menu and diet administration records.
• Perform regular inspections to ensure custody, security, and safety compliance.
• Supervise Food Service Officers and manage tool and equipment control.

Skills

Custody knowledge

Program management

Effective communication

Food service management

Budget planning

Job description

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Food Service Supervisor I (S) Position Number 60062494 Grade NC07

About Us The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This position is located at Hyde Correctional Institution. Provides direct supervision of the Food Service Department in the preparation and service of regular and therapeutic diets for the inmate population at a minimum custody institution. Responsible for the planning, directing and supervision of the preparation and serving of food to the inmates. Manage the ordering of food to the inmates. Manage the ordering of food, preparation and serving of food, sanitation, the proper operation of equipment and ensure that the master menu and recipe cards are followed daily. Will be responsible for budget monitoring of the food service section. Will be required to follow established administrative policies and directives pertaining to fiscal aspects of food service operation. Responsible for the maintenance of a master therapeutic diet menu, and will ensure the generation, maintenance, disposition and accuracy of the diet administration record. Responsible for regular inspections to ensure all custody, security and safety regulations are being followed. Will be responsible for the supervision of Food Service Officers. Will manage and monitor procedures for maintenance and control of all tools and equipment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade: $37,377- $65,408

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required.

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Considerable knowledge of inmate custody and program management, departmental rules. Policies, emergency preparedness, and procedures concerning the custody, care, treatment and training in inmates.
• The ability to establish and maintain an effective relationship with inmates, their relatives, professional personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, in both oral and written form.
• Knowledgeable in food service management techniques and health regulations to ensure proper food preparation, storage and sanitation of the food service sections.
• Ability to estimate and plan for needed supplies, food items, and time requirements for the preparation of meals.

State Benefits Information:

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NC Flex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

To be considered for a Correctional Food Service Supervisor I position, ALL applicants must:

• Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302)
• Pass a criminal background check
• Produce a negative drug screening result
• Successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations
• Possess a valid driver's license

About the Division of Institutions:

The Division of Institutions manages the daily operations of all state-operated prison facilities across North Carolina. Facilities are categorized by custody levels (minimum, medium, close) and house individuals serving sentences for felony convictions. The division provides safety, security, and rehabilitative services through trained custody staff, program facilitators, and administrative personnel.

Supplemental Application Information:

NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified