Food Service Manager: Budget & Team Oversight

GEO Reentry Services, LLC; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

GEO Reentry Services, LLC is seeking a Food Service Manager to oversee all dietary operations within the facility. The role includes planning, budgeting, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

The candidate will manage menus, supervise food service staff (including detainee workers), and implement policies to maintain cost effectiveness and quality. This is an on-site role in a correctional environment with a focus on mission-driven service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 5 years of management experience in a food service environment.
• Experience in institutional cooking in a correctional setting preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of food service procedures and administrative techniques.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with computers and standard department software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of the facility food service.
• Review menus and supervise handling, preparation, and sanitation of food.
• Develop and maintain food service policies and procedures.
• Direct and train staff; supervise hiring, evaluations, and development.
• Monitor quality assurance and control; manage food service budget and inventory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food service management

Institutional cooking

Correctional setting experience

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

GEO Reentry Services, LLC is seeking a Food Service Manager to oversee all dietary operations within the facility. The role includes planning, budgeting, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

The candidate will manage menus, supervise food service staff (including detainee workers), and implement policies to maintain cost effectiveness and quality. This is an on-site role in a correctional environment with a focus on mission-driven service.