Food Service Manager II

Health & Human Services Comm; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Defined benefit pension

Paid time off

Job summary

Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Lubbock, TX, is seeking a Food Service Manager II to lead the Central Kitchen and dining operations. The role oversees meal preparation, serving, and staff supervision, ensuring adherence to sanitation standards and regulatory requirements.

You will coordinate training, manage inventories, and support safe food handling while working a day shift in a state-supported living center. Strong leadership and experience in food service are essential.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent required.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in food service work.
• Six months of training or supervising other employees is required.
• Knowledge of food preparation methods, storage standards, and sanitation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Attends work regularly and adheres to shift schedules and overtime as needed.
• Supervises dining room setup for service and oversees meal preparation and serving.
• Monitors sanitation in Central Kitchen and Ingredient Room; ensures cleanliness and safety.
• Coordinates staff training on safety rules, sanitation, food textures, and portion control.

Skills

Staff supervision

Food safety

Sanitation knowledge

Food preparation

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computrition

Job description

Posting ID22154-Posted10/07/2026-Health & Human Services Comm-Food Service-Food Preparation and Serving Related-Lubbock State Supported Living Center-Not Eligible for Telework- Other Locations (1) - Additional Shifts available (1) -b. $3000 - $4999 per month

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .

Functional Title: Food Service Manager II Job Title: Food Service Manager II Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Food Service Posting Number: 22154 Closing Date: 10/21/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Food Preparation and Serving Related Salary Range: $4,094.50-$4,837.08 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-A-15 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Days (First) Telework: Not Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 5% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt Facility Location: Lubbock State Supported Living Center Job Location City: LUBBOCK Job Location Address: 3401 N UNIVERSITY AVE Other Locations: Lubbock MOS Codes: 3302,30C0,3F1X1,4D0X1,640A,752X,922A,CS,CSS,F&S

Brief Job Description

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.

The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers

If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Completes monthly sanitation checks in the Central Kitchen. Monitors sanitation in Central Kitchen and Ingredient Room.

Coordinates Food Services staff training on safety rules and regulations, sanitary procedures, food preparation, food textures, portion control, operation of food service equipment using competency-based training. Assures all employees are up to date on annual computer continuing education (I-Learns, Food Handlers and Food Protection Manager Courses, Management Training etc.)

Coordinates training regarding dietary interventions with Home Management/Direct Care Staff; Conducts Pre-Service Training for all new facility employees.

Ensuring that assigned staff participates in mandatory training in order to ensure staff competence and development.

Supervises and observes the setting up of dining rooms for service, supervises the preparation and serving of meals.

Ensure dining, serving and food preparation areas are maintained in a clean manner and equipment is properly cleaned and sanitized; Inspects food items for quantity, quality and temperature in all service areas.

Assist in purchasing equipment for the department to assure food safety and handling needs are met; assist with time keeping as needed.

Assists in receiving groceries from the vendor and checks for accuracy of the delivery as well as inspecting items for quantity, quality and temperature conditions.

Instructs/trains staff on recipe interpretation and preparation to ensure adequate controls are maintained over food preparation and portion sizes.

Assists in calculating food requirement estimates.

Order food and supplies, essential to meet requirements of the Food Service Department.

Assists processing food request forms from the homes or other departments for changes in prepared food quantities.

Assists in basic/entry level data input in the Computrition program.

May assist with time keeping duties.

Completes daily, weekly or monthly reports, checklists and logs.

Monitoring all vaults and storage areas for temperature controls.

Assist in coverage in the absence of Food Service Managers or other personnel.

May assist in interviewing process.

Will be required to operate a state vehicle(s)

Physical condition sufficient to permit standing and walking on tile or concrete floors for long periods of time.

Ability to supervise and evaluate employees.

Participates in On Call Schedule of Management Team.

Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time and the ability.

Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of food preparation methods, of food storage standards and sanitation regulations. Skill in the operation and sanitizing of food service equipment.

Ability to prepare and serve food, to clean dining, serving, and food preparation areas according to facility/department standards, and to maintain accurate records.

Ability to speak and read English.

Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Ability to use basic math used in cooking/preparation.

Ability to lift minimum of 40 pounds.

Ability to bend and reach, stand/walk on hard floors for extended periods of time.

Ability to work in hot and/or cold conditions.

Ability to smell, taste, and see.

Ability to work harmoniously and productively with co-workers and residents.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications

None

Initial Screening Criteria

Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is required.

Minimum two (2) years’ experience in food service work is required.

6 months of training or supervising other employees is required.

Additional Information

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/ Entities (LEIE).

Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited tothose listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions .

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.