Food Service Director

Successfactors; Hagerman (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Vision

UNUM for Accident, Critical Illness, H

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits

EAP

401k

Sick Time

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Summit seeks a motivated Food Service Director for the Roswell Correctional Facility in Roswell, NM. Lead a team of food service workers and oversee all department aspects to ensure meals are served efficiently and safely.

The role requires strong communication, at least two years of coordination experience in food service, industrial cooking experience, and MS Office proficiency. Competitive onsite salary with full benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• At least two years coordinating food service operations.
• Experience with industrial cooking.
• Excellent communication with hourly staff and company executives.
• Ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on client satisfaction.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead all functions of the food service department and resources.
• Hire and train staff; manage team performance.
• Ensure compliance with culinary, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Budget the department; purchase ingredients; meet targets and forecasts.
• Consult with district manager on dining service operations.

Skills

Food service ops coordination

Industrial cooking experience

Communication with staff & executives

Diversity and customer service

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID43330-Posted09/29/2026-Corrections-United States-Full-Time

Job Reference Number: 43330
Employment Type:Full-Time,Onsite
Segment: Corrections
Brand: Summit
Location: Roswell Correctional Facility, NM

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add a motivated, effective food service director to our Corrections team in Roswell, NM. As a food service director, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented team of food service workers and manage all aspects of a food service department to ensure that customers and clients never miss a meal.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing all functions of the food service department and its resources.
• Manage and lead a team of associates, including hiring and training new employees.
• Ensuring that staff meet all culinary, safety, and sanitation standards and regulations.
• Budgeting for the department, including directly purchasing ingredients and ensuring the account meets all targets and forecasts.
• Conferring with the district manager or other departments regarding the technical and administrative aspects of dining service.

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• At least two years of experience coordinating food service operations.
• Previous experience with industrial cooking.
• Excellent communication skills and experience communicating with both hourly staff and company executives.
• The ability to manage in a diverse environment with a strong focus on client and customer services and satisfaction.
• Experience with and knowledge of all Microsoft Office suite applications.

Nice-to-haves:

• ServSafe and/or HACCP certification

Compensation Range

$45,000-47,000/yr

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

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About Summit:

Focused on serving correctional institutions, Summit ensures that incarcerated people across the United States have access to delicious, healthy food at each meal. Working with Summit, you will have the opportunity to aid in this process and provide inmates with vital social interaction at mealtimes.

Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.