Food Service Manager 1 - Reentry

State of Washington; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Washington is seeking a Food Service Manager 1 for the Reentry Division. This role involves overseeing food service operations, ensuring meals are nutritionally appropriate, and managing kitchen staff at facilities in Spokane. The ideal candidate will have a background in large-scale food management and strong supervisory skills.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Comprehensive compensation packages

Training and development opportunities

Paid vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• Two years supervisory experience in large-scale food operations or equivalent educational background.
• Current food handler's permit required.

Responsibilities

• Manage food service operations including budgeting, menu planning, and staff supervision.
• Ensure proper kitchen sanitation and food safety practices.

Skills

Large-scale food preparation management

Supervision and training

Budgeting and inventory methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in restaurant/hotel management or related field

Tools

Food handling practices

Job description

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Food Service Manager 1

Brownstone Reentry Center and Eleanor Chase House Reentry Center

Reentry Division | Spokane WA, WA

The salary listed does not reflect the increase effective 7/1/2025.

The Department of Corrections (DOC) has two permanent full time Food Service Manager 1 (FSM) openings available within the Reentry Division.

Position NG13 is located in Spokane, WA at Brownstone Reentry Center. Position NF89 is located in Spokane, WA at Eleanor Chase House Reentry Center.

The working schedule for NG13 is 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The working schedule for NF89 is 5:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Work hours are determined by unit needs and are at the discretion of the unit supervisor. If you are currently working an alternate work schedule, please be aware that these positions may not be able to honor that schedule. For questions, please contact the Human Resource Office.

Description

Food Service Manager 1

Brownstone Reentry Center and Eleanor Chase House Reentry Center

Reentry Division | Spokane WA, WA

The salary listed does not reflect the increase effective 7/1/2025.

The Department of Corrections (DOC) has two permanent full time Food Service Manager 1 (FSM) openings available within the Reentry Division. Position NG13 is located in Spokane, WA at Brownstone Reentry Center. Position NF89 is located in Spokane, WA at Eleanor Chase House Reentry Center.

The working schedule for NG13 is 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The working schedule for NF89 is 5:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Work hours are determined by unit needs and are at the discretion of the unit supervisor. If you are currently working an alternate work schedule, please be aware that these positions may not be able to honor that schedule. For questions, please contact the Human Resource Office.

These positions contribute to the agency's mission to improve public safety by positively changing lives by budgeting, planning, ordering, preparing and providing residents at a Reentry Center facility with nutritionally appropriate quality meals that meet the recommended daily allowance as specified in the Department's certified meal plan. The FSM manages the food service for the Reentry Center facility including supervising others engaged in planning menus, ordering, storing, and maintaining inventories of foods and supplies, preparing and serving meals, and planning and preparing modified diets and menus which conform with medical care programs. The FSM position supports the reentry purpose of providing individuals with tools and resources to successfully transition back into the community by ensuring residents have nutritious, balanced meals that supports their dietary needs.

A Complete Application Packet Will Include The Following Attachments

• Cover letter regarding your interest in this position
• Detailed chronological resume
• Three (3) professional references with email address
  
  

*Incomplete application packages may disqualify you from being considered for these positions.

For information about the Reentry Division, please visit our webpage.

Our mission at the Department of Corrections is to 'improve public safety by positively changing lives'. With more than 8,000 employees, we recognize that staff are our greatest asset, and the efforts of our dedicated workforce have garnered national recognition! Whether the work is inside a prison, out in the field, or an administrative office, DOC staff experience a high degree of personal reward knowing their efforts are creating an environment in which incarcerated individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to safer communities.

Doc Offers

• Flexible schedules
• Comprehensive compensation packages
• Training and development opportunities
• The fulfillment of public service
  
  

Duties

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

Managing and providing supervisory direction relating to operational effectiveness of the facility and kitchen:

• Makes budget estimates, determines food costs, estimates, and orders food supplies and equipment.
• Supervises receiving, checking, storage, and distribution of food supplies and equipment.
• Inspects kitchen, dining, and food preparation areas to ensure proper food handling, sanitation, elimination of safety hazards, and proper use and care of equipment.
• Maintains the kitchen budget, to include ordering of supplies. This includes, but is not limited to food, kitchen items chemicals, janitorial, cleaning supplies, gloves, toiletries, kitchen uniforms, and equipment.
• Complies with DOH WAC’s by ensuring required temperatures are taken and logged on food and refrigerator and freezer systems.
• Ensures kitchen hood cleaning twice yearly, ensuring maintenance is in compliance with the WAC.
• Responds to inquiries from staff and residents regarding kitchen issues.
• Prepares meal plans, to include purchasing all needed food products for monthly, daily, weekly, special, and other menus; converts standard menus to fit needs.
• Reviews, completes, monitors and maintains Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) logs.
• Prepares written reports manually and by computer entry. Maintain records. Prepare and review reports.
• Prepares work orders and equipment repair orders.
• Monitors, maintains and organizes accurate food inventories. Ensures the rotation of stock items to prevent spoilage and pilferage.
• Maintains inventories on produce, dry stores, canned goods, kitchen utensils, and equipment.
• Purchases, receives, stores, and distributes raw and pre-prepared or pre-packaged food products in accordance with required standards.
• Processes and submit monthly reports and reconcile kitchen Visa log spreadsheet, as applicable.
• Monitors, coaches, instructs, trains, and provides constructive feedback to residents in the safe use of the dishwasher and care/cleaning of kitchen as it relates to facility chores only.
  
  

Managing and providing supervisory direction relating to kitchen staff:

• Plans, assigns, schedules, reviews and supervises kitchen staff and the work they perform.
• Assess training needs of staff and arrange for/provide instruction.
• Gives in-service training to cooks and other employees.
• Instructs detail kitchen help in simple food preparation and kitchen procedures.
• Evaluate staff performance, to include completing appropriate documentation.
• Conduct timely performance evaluations, ensuring proper coaching and training is provided. This includes monthly 1:1 meetings to provide timely reviews of performance and to provide support to employees.
• Plans, assigns and reviews staff schedules, including leave, overtime/compensatory time according to departmental guidelines and applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Resolve staff issues, recognize and counsel staff in work related activities and career development.
  
  

Participating in the preparation and service of all food on a shift:

• Performs mathematical calculations when converting recipes to determine appropriate quantity of food products required to meet menu requirements and population to be served.
• Create a binder of recipes for all meals.
• Ensure adherence to appropriate portion control protocols.
• Checks food product during and after preparation, ensuring appropriate quality standards are met and adequate quantity has been prepared.
• Understands and applies re-thermalization of food process/procedures, if appropriate.
• Practices and performs progressive cooking techniques for quality control and decrease waste within the food service area.
• Follows basic safety practices to avoid hazards and accidents. Immediately report hazards or injuries to the Reentry Center Manager or designee. Complies with DOH WACs.
• Monitors, maintains, and tracks the knife and tool inventory.
• Maintains meal count registers and tool logs.
• Keeps all kitchen logs current and updated and notify your supervisor about any discrepancies.
• Ensures sufficient supplies are on hand and available for the following week.
  
  

Other Duties As Assigned, Including But Not Limited To

• Assists with Family Friendly events and manage budgets.
• Intervenes in emergencies by calling for assistance, containing the incident, and assisting staff in the incident response.
• Monitors and intervenes appropriately, including writing behavior reports, infractions, incident reports, when inappropriate behavior is displayed.
• Maintains security of the kitchen and dining area.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• A current food handler's permit.
• Knowledge of management of large-scale food preparation and services, preparation of reports, organization, scheduling, and work assignment, inventory methods and food stores maintenance.
• Ability to supervise train others in methods of cooking and food services, plan variety of nutritious menus to fit needs and limitations on food preparation, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others, follow written and oral instructions.
  
  

And at least one of the following:

• Two years of supervisory or lead work experience in large-scale food operations involving work in planning, organization and production of meals, food procurement, storage, preparation, or closely related work. OR
• A bachelor's degree with major work in restaurant/hotel management, or a closely related field. OR
• One year experience as a COOK 3 or Dietician or equivalent.
  
  

Supplemental Information

Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
• **Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
  
  

What We Offer

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 11 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!
  
  

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.

This position is eligible for the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

• PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' website.
• Visit our benefits page to see more!
  
  

DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail]. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read About Our Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022

01

Did you attach a letter of interest, resume and references with your application? If not, please return to your application now. This must be completed to be considered for this position.

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Do you currently possess a valid food handler's permit?

• Yes, I currently possess a valid food handlers' certificate.
• No, I do not currently possess a valid food handlers' certificate, but I am able to obtain within (14) days of hire.
• No, I do not currently possess a valid food handlers' certificate, and I am unable to obtain within (14 days of hire.
  
  

03

Please select which of the following best describes your experience:

• I have at least two years of supervisory or lead work experience in large-scale food operations involving work in planning, organization and production of meals, food procurement, storage, preparation, or closely related work.
• I have a bachelor's degree with major work in restaurant/hotel management, or a closely related field.
• I have at least one year of experience as a Cook 3 or Dietician or equivalent.
• I do not have any of these experiences.
  
  

04

If you indicated that you have experience in the previous question, please describe where and when you gained this experience. Describe position held, length of time in that role, and your duties. If you answered that you do not have experience, please put N/A.

05

Please describe your knowledge of management of large-scale food preparation and services, preparation of reports, organization, scheduling, and work assignment, inventory methods and food stores maintenance. Please include where and when you obtained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A.

06

Please describe your ability to supervise and train others in methods of cooking and food services, plan variety of nutritious menus to fit needs and limitations on food preparation, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others, follow written and oral instructions. Please include where and when you obtained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A.

07

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? The attached link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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