FOOD SERVICE MANAGER I

MD; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is seeking a Food Service Manager I to oversee daily food production and service for youth at the Baltimore location. The role includes supervising kitchen staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and procuring meals-related supplies using FMIS.

The ideal candidate has five years of supervisory experience in a institutional food service setting and a strong focus on nutrition, safety, and youth well-being.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience supervising workers in an institutional, commercial, or industrial food service operation.
• Notes: substitution options allow a Bachelor's degree plus 1 year supervision OR military service experience in Food Services roles.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate daily food production and service.
• Procure food and supplies using FMIS.
• Ensure HACCP-based SOPs and safety compliance.
• Monitor satellite operations and site visits for HACCP compliance.
• Assist with employee performance evaluations and personnel issues.
• Contribute to safe, nutritious meals that support youth well-being.

Skills

Supervising workers

Tools

FMIS

Job description

Introduction

GRADE

13

LOCATION OF POSITION

Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center (BCJJC) Baltimore, MD

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS! The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of�Food Service Manager I, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS! As the Food Service Manager I, you will assist with directing the food service operation and supporting the delivery of safe, nutritious, and appetizing meals that promote the health and well-being of youth. You will contribute to daily food production and service, food and supply procurement, personnel matters, and compliance with applicable local, State, and Federal regulations. In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute in various ways, including:

• Supporting Food Service Operations – Assisting with organizing and directing daily food production and food service activities and supervising kitchen food service supervisors
• Supporting Procurement – Assisting with the procurement of food and food-related supplies using the Financial Management Information System (FMIS)
• Promoting Food Safety and Compliance – Monitoring kitchen operations for compliance with HACCP and CNP-based Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Monitoring Satellite Operations – Performing weekly site visits and inspecting satellite food service operations for compliance with HACCP-based SOPs
• Supporting Employee Performance – Assisting with employee performance evaluations and personnel issues
• Supporting Youth Well-Being – Contributing to safe, nutritious, and appetizing meals that promote the health and well-being of youth

Selected candidate should note that the work location may change, including assignment to another DJS location, based on operational needs, staffing requirements, or organizational priorities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Five (5) years of experience supervising workers and activities in an institutional, commercial, or industrial food service operation.

Notes:

• 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience supervising workers and activities in an institutional, commercial, or industrial food service operation for the required experience.
• 2.�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Food Services Officers or Culinary Specialist classifications or Food Services Manager and Services Officer specialty codes in the Food Service Management field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with a financial management information system, such as FMIS or a comparable system, and/or relevant financial management processes
• Experience working with Federal Child Nutrition Programs (CNP), including applicable program requirements, documentation, and compliance processes
• Experience implementing and maintaining Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) procedures in an institutional, commercial, or other food-service operation
• Experience managing food service operations in a correctional, juvenile justice, residential, healthcare, educational, or other institutional setting

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and, therefore, will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

As an equal-opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.