DSHS BHA Food Service Supervisor

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services; Grand Mound (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative behavioral health treatment center is looking for a Food Service Supervisor 2 to lead food preparation and service operations. This role is crucial in ensuring residents receive nutritious meals tailored to their dietary needs. You will supervise staff, maintain safety and sanitation standards, and coordinate kitchen operations. Join a dedicated team making a significant impact on the lives of residents as they transition back into the community. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to contribute to a vital mission in behavioral health care.

Benefits

5% Premium Pay for On-Site Work

Evening Shift Differential

Qualifications

• Valid Food Handler’s Permit required within 15 days of employment.
• 4 years in food service with 1 year in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation and service, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Manage kitchen operations and staff training, fostering a supportive environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Decision-Making

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Food Service Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Restaurant or Hotel Management

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Record-Keeping Practices

Job description

Join our team as a Food Service Supervisor 2 at our newest behavioral health treatment campus, Maple Lane in Grand Mound, near Centralia, WA. We’re hiring for multiple vacancies and seeking skilled leaders dedicated to food service management and a commitment to excellence.

Behavioral Health Treatment Center Maple Lane offers innovative treatment for residents who are civilly committed, in need of competency restoration, or adjudicated not guilty by reason of mental diagnosis. Each residential unit helps shape the future of behavioral health, aligning with Washington State’s vision of community-based care.

As Maple Lane BHTC Food Service Supervisor, you will oversee daily food preparation and service, including specialized dietary meals, while managing large-scale cooking operations. This leadership role involves supervising and training staff, maintaining compliance with safety and sanitation standards, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations. Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of residents by providing nutritious meals tailored to their needs.

Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary. Evening shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate.

Some of what you will do:

• Lead, mentor, and coordinate staff and resident workers in daily food production, fostering a disciplined yet supportive environment, effectively managing incidents with established protocols.
• Oversee kitchen operations in the absence of management, including meal preparation, loading, and documentation, and ensuring timely food distribution.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, and equipment usage standards while addressing supply needs and managing inventory.
• Coordinate and adjust menus as necessary to address food shortages, staffing issues, and patients’ special dietary needs.
• Conduct daily meetings, complete staff and patient evaluations, and manage leave schedules with Food Service Manager approval.
• Handle inquiries related to patient meals, special diets, and events, ensuring proper communication and resolution of issues.
• Perform administrative tasks, including completing daily forms, and maintaining records.

Who should apply: Customer service professionals who maintain a valid county issued Food Handler’s Permit within 15 days of employment, along with one of these qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED certificate, with 4 years of experience in industrial, commercial, or institutional food service or patient tray service, including at least one year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Or, associate degree in food service management, nutritional care, or a related field, plus at least one year of food service supervisory experience.
• Or, bachelor’s degree with major coursework in restaurant or hotel management, or a closely related field.

Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Large-scale food preparation methods, hygiene standards, and safety protocols.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment, utensils, and effective record-keeping practices.
• Supervision, training, or management of staff and volunteers.
• Problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Why Join Us? We partner with people to access support, care, and resources. DSHS employees make a difference in WA State every day by supporting sustainable recovery, independence, and wellness.

Questions about this opportunity? Please contact Jill Ranft at [e-mail] and reference project number 00964.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at [phone].