Culinary Supervisor - Prison Kitchen Training Lead

United Trading Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Utah Department of Corrections is seeking a Food Service Supervisor (Program Specialist I) to supervise and mentor offenders in a large prison kitchen in Salt Lake City. This on-site role emphasizes culinary operations, safety, and adherence to food service standards.

Two years of supervisory experience, culinary education, OSHA/health regulation knowledge, and ServSafe certification (or plan to obtain within 6 months) are preferred.

Qualifications

• At least two years of previous experience managing/supervising subordinate personnel in a culinary production kitchen, restaurant or another food service related industry.
• Culinary or food service related education, certification or training.
• Working knowledge of computer/office equipment and software including Google Workplace.
• Experience adhering to OSHA workplace safety standards, food safety standards and health regulations.
• Knowledge about dietary requirements, food safety and health agency requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Menu software experience is a plus, but not required.
• Knowledge about special diets is not required, however will be beneficial to the position.
• Servsafe manager certified or ability to receive certification within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, teach and train offenders in a large prison kitchen and food service operation, with support from correctional officers.
• Oversee kitchen operations and production activities; ensure compliance with food safety regulations and correctional standards.
• Strictly follow safety and security guidelines in a correctional environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Food service knowledge

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

Culinary or food service certification

ServSafe Manager certification

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

The Utah Department of Corrections is seeking a Food Service Supervisor (Program Specialist I) to supervise and mentor offenders in a large prison kitchen in Salt Lake City. This on-site role emphasizes culinary operations, safety, and adherence to food service standards.

Two years of supervisory experience, culinary education, OSHA/health regulation knowledge, and ServSafe certification (or plan to obtain within 6 months) are preferred.