FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR

RI.gov; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency is seeking a Food Service Supervisor to oversee dining operations, ensuring compliance with health standards and managing staff in a dynamic food service environment. The role involves training staff, conducting inspections, and collaborating with dietitians to maintain high food service standards. Candidates should possess supervisory skills and a commitment to public service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food service program or equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food service programs and staff.
• Conduct inspections for compliance with standards.
• Manage food storage and inventory records.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Inspection Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Completion of 12 school grades

Job description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To be responsible for supervising an assigned food service staff in dining areas or cafeterias, providing table, counter, booth, or cafeteria line service, and performing related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior, receiving both general and specific instructions. Work is reviewed for conformance and results.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Trains, supervises, instructs, and reviews the work of subordinates engaged in food service activities.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Supervise food service programs, including setting tables, serving meals, reheating, cleaning, and maintaining equipment and facilities.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with State Sanitary Standards.
• Assist dietitians or superiors with food preparation standards and equipment operation.
• Apply general and modified diets as established by a dietitian.
• Manage food storage, handling, refrigeration, requisitioning, and inventory records.
• Prepare and submit reports, attend department and committee meetings.
• Schedule and assign staff to work areas.
• Assist in establishing and implementing menu programs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Capacities:

• Knowledge of food service methods and health hazards.
• Ability to assist dietitians in standards application.
• Supervisory, instructive, and inspection skills.
• Ability to prepare reports and interact courteously with the public.

Education and Experience:

Completion of 12 school grades and experience in a food service program, or an equivalent combination.

Special Requirements:

• Physically qualified at appointment (physician's certificate required).
• Proof of immunity against MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hepatitis B, Tuberculosis, and N-95 respirator fit test required before employment.

Contact Employee Health Clinic within 2 business days of accepting the position. Clinic hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, at Cranston and Zambarano locations with specified contact details.