Food Service Leader 2 - Wisconsin Resource Center

State of Wisconsin; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Service Leader 2 to oversee food distribution and sanitation at a premier psychiatric facility. This role requires strong leadership and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. You will be responsible for training residents, ensuring food safety, and maintaining high sanitation standards. Join a recognized facility committed to providing excellent care and support to individuals with severe mental health conditions. This position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, making it a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about food service and community support.

Benefits

Top rated health plan options

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Ability to work scheduled hours including weekends and holidays.
• Experience with basic sanitation and food safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Train and lead residents in food distribution and sanitation activities.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Skills

Basic sanitation procedures

Food safety standards

Leadership experience

Teamwork

Job description

Food Service Leader 2 - Wisconsin Resource Center

WRC is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). WRC is the largest psychiatric facility in the state and is the only secure treatment facility in Wisconsin that specializes in treating individuals with severe mental health conditions referred by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections and the community.

Come and work for the best! WRC was recognized as the National Commission on Correctional Health Care’s 2022 Facility of the Year for its commitment to high quality resident care.

Benefits

• Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.

As a Food Service Leader 2, you will be responsible for training, leading and directing residents in the distribution and service of food and the performance of related sanitation activities within the Food Service areas.

Salary Information

The starting pay is $21.53 per hour, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. These positions are classified as Corrections Food Service Leader 2s and are in pay schedule and range 03/12.

All applicants who may be appointed to these positions will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by WRC or medical personnel approved by the facility within 30 days of the start date.

These positions have physical requirements which may include but are not limited to lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing and pulling loaded food carts, bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, stooping, standing, sitting and working on feet for extended periods of time. Applicants may be required to pass a physical evaluation to assess these requirements.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Qualifications

At a minimum, you’ll need the following:

• Ability to work scheduled hours as needed, which includes weekends, holidays, early mornings or early evenings, and overtime as needed.
• Experience with basic sanitation procedures.

It’d be great if you also have at least one of the following:

• Experience working in food service, maintaining food safety and sanitation standards.
• Experience in a leadership role.
• Experience working as part of a team.

How To Apply

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Helpful Information

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DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until the positions have been filled.