Food Operations Supervisor: Red Onion State Prison #00181

Virginia Department of Corrections; Wise (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections seeks a Food Operations Supervisor at Red Onion State Prison to oversee inmate meal production and training, ensuring safety and quality. This role reports under the Food Service Technician III framework and carries a statewide pay range.

Responsibilities include supervising meal prep, enforcing food safety policies, and coordinating with staff to maintain cost-efficiency while upholding menu standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend policies and supervise others effectively.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and cost-efficient practices.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmates in preparation and serving meals for staff and population.
• Train inmates in kitchen policies and procedures.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation and quality cost-effectively.

Skills

Policy comprehension

Inmate supervision

Food safety

Sanitation standards

Cost management

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook)

Job description

Title: Food Operations Supervisor: Red Onion State Prison #00181

State Role Title: Food Service Technician III

Hiring Range: $49,061.00 - $63,877.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Red Onion State Prison

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Position supervises the activities of inmates in the preparation and serving of meals for the population and staff. Trains inmates in all kitchen policies and procedures. Maintains a high standard of food safety, sanitation and quality in a cost-efficient manner.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend policies and procedures, and to monitor and supervise the work of others effectively. Must possess knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and cost-efficient practices. Ability to train and direct inmates in kitchen operations while maintaining compliance with established guidelines. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook.

Additional Considerations

Experience in institutional or correctional food service operations, along with knowledge of inventory control, cost management, and menu planning. Certifications in food safety or sanitation, such as ServSafe, are highly desirable. Strong organizational skills,

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.