Food Services Director – Correctional Facility Operations

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Corrections – Central Administration is seeking a Food Operations Director for the State Farm Correctional Center. The role directs a comprehensive food service program, supervises staff and inmates, procurement, inventory, and budget execution to ensure safety and compliance.

Qualifications include expertise in food service management, sanitation, and modern office tools. Certified Dietary Manager certification and knowledge of food science are desirable.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of food service management, sanitation practices and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Skilled in the operation of food service equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare nutritional meals.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels to include management, staff, and inmates.

Responsibilities

• Directs a comprehensive food service program for a major institution.
• Supervises staff and inmates in food preparation and serving.
• Responsible for ordering and receiving food products, equipment and other supplies as needed while maintaining an accurate inventory system.
• Submits budget proposals and is responsible for authorized expenditures of allotted funds.

Skills

Food service management

Sanitation practices

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Food service equipment operation

Nutritional meal preparation

Effective communication

Education

Certified Dietary Manager Certification

Food science knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

The Department of Corrections – Central Administration is seeking a Food Operations Director for the State Farm Correctional Center. The role directs a comprehensive food service program, supervises staff and inmates, procurement, inventory, and budget execution to ensure safety and compliance.

Qualifications include expertise in food service management, sanitation, and modern office tools. Certified Dietary Manager certification and knowledge of food science are desirable.