Food Service Supervisor II ~ Caswell Developmental Center

Health & Human Services; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Health & Human Services is seeking a Food Service Supervisor II in North Carolina. The role oversees food preparation, procurement, staff training, and compliance with sanitation standards in a moderate-scale operation.

Working hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm with mandatory reporting during adverse weather. Salary ranges from $39,244 to $68,679, with opportunities for growth within Caswell Developmental Center.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food service operations, methods, equipment and procurement requirements.
• Ability to develop standardized recipes and estimate quantities for service.
• Experience ensuring sanitation and safety per NC Food Code.
• Proven experience supervising staff, planning and scheduling.
• Familiar with food service software and lifting up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food service operations and maintain quality standards.
• Plan, organize, and direct work; hire, train, and discipline staff.
• Schedule staff and conduct in-service training for safety.
• Procure, store, and manage inventory of food and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation standards and food safety practices.

Skills

Food service ops

Standardized recipes

Sanitation/food safety

Employee supervision

Food service software

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor’s in dietetics

Job description

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Food Service Supervisor II position involves supervisory responsibilities in managing food service operations and ensuring compliance with sanitation standards as outlined by the NC Food Code in a moderate scale food service operation. The role oversees food preparation, procurement and storage of food and supplies, staff training, and record keeping. A key component of the job is supervising and supporting employees through hiring, scheduling, performance evaluation, and discipline. The supervisor is also responsible for planning and conducting in-service training for staff to maintain quality and safety standards. This position plays a critical role in ensuring efficient and sanitary food service in a moderate-scale operation.

The working hours for the Food Service Supervisor II position are from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $39,244.00 – $68,679.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs )/Management Preferences are not required.

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Demonstrates considerable knowledge of food service operations, including methods, materials, equipment, procurement, inventory, and therapeutic diet requirements.
• Skilled in developing and using standardized recipes and accurately estimating food quantities for service.
• Proficient in evaluating and correcting sanitation and food safety practices in accordance with the NC Food Code.
• Experienced in employee supervision, including planning, organizing, and directing work, as well as applying management principles.
• Knowledgeable in food service software and able to meet physical demands of the role, including lifting a minimum of 20 lbs.

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Work Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm

About Caswell Developmental Center

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. To be considered for employment, an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing boards/agencies. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor's degree dietetics, food management, culinary arts, hospitality management from an appropriately accredited institution. or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of supervisory experience in the preparation and serving of food in quantity lots; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.