Food Service Manager

Ladgov Corporation; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladgov Corporation is seeking a Project Manager for Dining Facility Operations at NAS Meridian, MS. The candidate should have over 4 years of experience in cafeteria-style food service for more than 100 patrons, including at least 2 years in a supervisory position. A strong military food service background is preferred, with 3+ years at pay grade E-7 or higher. The position requires knowledge of sanitation and food safety with a recent certification. The work schedule is Monday to Sunday, 4:30 AM – 6:30 PM, on-site with 24/7 emergency availability.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in cafeteria-style food service for 100+ patrons.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• 3+ years of military food service experience at pay grade E-7 or higher.
• Sanitation and food safety certification within the past 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead all dining facility operations.
• Supervise and mentor food service professionals.
• Manage contingency and emergency feeding operations.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, and food service regulations.
• Act as primary liaison with Government and contracting teams.

Skills

Cafeteria-style food service experience

Supervisory experience

Sanitation and food safety knowledge

Contingency feeding operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position:

• Project Manager – Dining Facility Operations Location: Roy M.

Wheat Galley Dining Facility, NAS Meridian, MS Schedule:

• Mon–Sun, 4:30 AM – 6:30 PM (On-site; 24/7 emergency availability) Key Responsibilities: Lead all dining facility operations, ensuring seamless breakfast, lunch, and dinner service for a high-volume, multi-entrée environment.
• Supervise and mentor a dedicated team of food service professionals.
• Manage contingency and emergency feeding operations with precision and speed.
• Ensure compliance with all sanitation, safety, and food service regulations.
• Serve as the primary on-site liaison with the Government and contracting teams.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 4+ years in cafeteria-style or multi-entrée food service for 100+ patrons, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

Military Background:

• 3+ years of military food service experience at pay grade E-7 or higher (warrant/commissioned officer experience acceptable).

Specialized Skills:

• Experience in contingency or emergency feeding operations within the past 2 years.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Certifications:

• Sanitation and food safety certification within the past 4 years.