Institutional Food Service Manager

GEO Corrections & Detentions

La Villa (TX)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401(k) Matching
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discount
Reduced Tuition Rates
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Paid Training
Flexible Spending Account
Dental Insurance

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking an experienced Food Service Manager to oversee daily operations in a correctional facility. You will supervise both staff and detainee food service personnel, ensure safety, sanitation, and compliance with standards, and manage budgets and menus.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least five years of management experience in institutional food service. Strong leadership and computer skills are essential, with opportunities for growth within GEO

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Five years of management experience in a food service environment.
  • Experience in institutional cooking in a correctional setting is preferred.
  • Extensive knowledge of food service procedures and administrative techniques.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work with computers and the required software.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the daily operations of the food service in a creative manner.
  • Review menus, supervise food prep and storage, and maintain equipment, records, and sanitation.
  • Develop and implement food services policies and procedures following professional standards and facility guidelines.
  • Supervise and inspect the work of other employees.
  • Supervise and inspect detainee food service staff.
  • Supervise, train, and inspect detainee food service staff.
  • Supervise, provide training, and inspect work performed by detainee food service staff.
  • Monitor and maintain company quality assurance and control in the food production areas.
  • Manage food service budget (food and equipment inventory) and produce reports.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Problem solving
Computer literacy
Institutional cooking experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Food service software

Job description

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking an experienced Food Service Manager to oversee daily operations in a correctional facility. You will supervise both staff and detainee food service personnel, ensure safety, sanitation, and compliance with standards, and manage budgets and menus.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least five years of management experience in institutional food service. Strong leadership and computer skills are essential, with opportunities for growth within GEO

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