Food Service Supervisor - Loftiss RYDC - Thomasville GA (CCR)

Georgia; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement and savings plan options

Paid holidays, vacation, and sickleave

Job summary

State of Georgia is seeking a Food Service Supervisor for Loftiss RYDC in Thomasville, GA. The role directs the facility's food service operations, oversees staff, and ensures compliance with health and safety standards. The position is day shift within the Department of Juvenile Justice.

Ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED with supervisory experience, ServSafe certification, and strong communication skills to coordinate with staff and leadership. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with two years in food service, one year as lead/supervisor.
• ServSafe Manager Certification required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to motivate staff to improve quantity and quality of work.
• Knowledge of governing bodies’ rules and regulations including DPH, USDA, DOE, and DJJ.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operation of the food service department and supervise staff.
• Manage ordering, inventory, and entitlement program compliance.
• Prepare for audits and ensure sanitation, safety and program compliance.
• Provide staff training on policies and safety practices.
• Maintain records and assist with monthly reporting and ACA preparation.

Skills

Communication skills

Motivate staff

Governing rules knowledge

Food service equipment knowledge

NSLP experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

Food Service Supervisor - Loftiss RYDC - Thomasville GA (CCR)# Team Georgia Careers## Food Service Supervisor - Loftiss RYDC - Thomasville GA (CCR)Apply: Thomasville: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 5, 2026 (7 days left to apply): JR0000005167Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! **Job Title:**Food Service Supervisor - Loftiss RYDC - Thomasville GA (CCR)**Agency:**Department of Juvenile Justice**Job Requisition ID:**JR0000005167**Shift:**Day (United States of America)**Compensation Details:**35,201.60**Job Description:****Please Note: This position is scheduled to close at 12:00 a.m. on the closing date listed above. Applications must be submitted before that time to be considered.** **Job Summary:** Serves as the second-in-charge employee that directs the food service operation at the facility level, guiding and overseeing daily operation including the leadership of subordinate staff. **Primary Duties & Responsibilities:** * Assists with management of the daily operation of the food service department.* Carries out delegated responsibilities assigned by Food Service Director.* Able to serve as the lead kitchen employee and floor supervisor.* Maintains a certification of Food Safety Management through ServSafe or approved agency.* Assists with review and completion of paperwork daily to ensure accuracy and for all governing agencies, including Department of Public Health, USDA, DOE, DJJ, ACA, etc...* Provides support to the lead for ACA preparation for food service-related standards.* Keeps the food service operation prepared for compliance audits by internal and external auditing agencies.* Assists with corrective action plans for any areas found noncompliant on any audit.* Places weekly order of all raw foods, taking current inventory, budget, and facility population into consideration.* Places order for USDA commodity foods and/or DOD produce to responsibly spend entitlement funds.* Assists with the review of each delivery to ensure quality control, and relays quality issues to the vendor and central office leadership.* Assists with completion of monthly reporting in JTS of the daily meal count for the month, and of raw food inventory on hand, including entitlement program foods.* Reviews the kitchen consistently for sanitation, safety, and program compliance.* May provide education and training to all staff on an ongoing and as needed basis to maintain adequate sanitation, safety, and program compliance.* Demonstrates ability to provide supervision of the food service operation, including the ability to complete all required paperwork and month end reports.* Demonstrates excellent communication skills between subordinate staff, peers, and leadership.* Demonstrates adequate computer literacy and the ability to communicate via email in a timely manner. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** * High school diploma or GED AND Two years of experience in the area of assignment, One year of which was as a lead worker or supervisor* OR One year of experience at the lower level Food Svc Worker 3 (FFS012) or position equivalent **AGENCY QUALIFICATIONS:** * Meet Minimum qualifications* ServSafe Manager Certification **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:** * Excellent written and oral communication skills* Ability to motivate staff to improve quantity and quality of work performed* Knowledge of all governing bodies’ rules and regulations including DPH, ACA, DOE, USDA, and DJJ* Thorough knowledge of large food service equipment and appropriate usage* Experience with the National School Lunch Program **Benefits:** In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.**THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT** THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION. THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE PLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FORCONSIDERATION. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED.**DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER****Minimum Qualifications:**High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of experience in the area of assignment, which includes one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Food Svc Worker 3 (FFS012) or position equivalent.--Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.