DOC FOOD PREPARATION SUPERVISOR

Arkansas.gov; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Corrections seeks a Food Preparation Supervisor for the Central Arkansas Community Corrections Center in Little Rock. This role includes supervising food services, ensuring compliance with safety practices, and preparing a variety of meals. The candidate should have a high school diploma, specialized training in food service, and relevant experience in food operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and food service training.
• One year of experience in institutional or commercial food service operations required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises food service personnel and activities.
• Prepares and cooks food, monitors food quality.
• Ensures compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Supervisory practices

Food preparation procedures

Communication

Problem detection and assessment

Compliance with regulations

Education

High school diploma

Specialized training in food service

Job description

Position Number: 22083332
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 6/19/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,155.00
Location: Central Arkansas Community Corrections Center - Little Rock

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders.

All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law.

Position Information

Class Code: T070C

Grade: GS06

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary Range: $36,155 - $57,668

Summary The Arkansas Department of Correction (ADC) / Department of Community Correction (DCC) Food Preparation Supervisor is responsible for the supervising food service personnel, directing food service activities, monitoring security and safety practices, coordinating the production and serving of food, and ordering supplies. This position is governed by state and federal law and agency/institution policy. Functions Supervises food production and/or food service staff by recommending for hire/termination, assigning work, reviewing work assignments, training employees, and evaluating the performance of incumbents. Researches laws, reviews procedural updates, and attends informational meetings to develop and provide in-service training on policy and procedural changes, preparation methods, and equipment operations. Prepares and cooks food of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or function. Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met, and checks the quantity and quality of received products. Inspects supplies, equipment, and storage areas for temperature and sanitation requirements, and inspects work areas to ensure conformance to established standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Dimensions None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures. Knowledge of the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work. Knowledge in motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job. Knowledge of food preparation procedures and kitchen operations. Ability to communicate information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. Ability to monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. Ability to schedule events, programs, activities, and the work of others. Ability to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, or standards governing setting food preparation and storage. Ability to provide guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. Minimum Qualifications

The formal equivalent of a high school diploma and specialized training in food service; plus oneyearof experience in institutional or commercial food service operations. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.