Food Service Supervisor

Combined Public Communications; Shawnee (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

ESOP

Benefits

Job summary

Combined Public Communications is seeking a Food Service Supervisor for the Pottawatomie County Detention Center. This full-time role oversees kitchen operations, coordinates meal service, and guides a team of staff and inmate workers in a secure facility.

You will ensure food safety and budget adherence, manage inventory, and help develop menus within guidelines. This position offers growth opportunities and benefits including PTO, a 401(k), ESOP, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and enforce policies.
• Ability to work in a secure correctional facility environment.
• Food service experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations, food prep, and meal service.
• Supervise kitchen staff and inmate workers.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health standards.
• Handle inventory, ordering, and cost control.
• Follow facility safety and security procedures.
• Plan and execute menus based on guidelines and budget.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Policy enforcement

Job description

Food Service Supervisor
Pottawatomie County OK Detention Center
Full-Time | PTO + 401(k) + ESOP + Benefits

Wed-Sat; 4am-2pm

We are seeking motivated and dependable individual to join our team as Food Service Supervisor at the Pottawatomie County Detention Center. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow into a leadership role while gaining hands‑on experience in food service operations.

What You'll Do

• Manage daily kitchen operations, food prep, and meal service
• Supervise kitchen staff and inmate workers
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health standards
• Handle inventory, ordering, and cost control
• Follow facility safety and security procedures
• Plan and execute menus based on guidelines and budget

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and enforce policies
• Previous food service experience is a plus, but not required
• Ability to work in a secure correctional facility environment
• Full-time position
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company participation
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Why Join Us?

This role offers a unique opportunity to build leadership skills, gain valuable food service experience, and be part of a structured, team-oriented environment.

This role is based inside a secure correctional facility. You'll work in a professional kitchen setting while following established safety and security procedures.

Keywords

Food Service Supervisor, Kitchen Supervisor, Cafeteria Supervisor, Dining Services Supervisor, Food Production Supervisor, Institutional Food Service, Correctional Food Service, Kitchen Supervisor, Sous Chef, Chef De Cuisine, Entry Level.