Kitchen Manager

State of South Carolina; Union (SC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and life insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Retirement plans

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice seeks a Kitchen Manager to plan, direct, and supervise all food service operations within a DJJ facility. You will ensure safe, compliant meal prep, supervise staff and inmate workers, manage schedules, inventory and budget control, and promote excellent customer service.

The role requires related supervisory experience in food service, knowledge of HACCP and menu planning, and the ability to train staff. Travel and shift flexibility are expected.

Qualifications

• STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Related supervisory experience in food service.
• Knowledge of procurement, storage, preparation, distribution and serving of food products.
• Knowledge of dietetic principles involved in planning and reviewing menus for nutritional adequacy, dietary balance and attractiveness of prepared food products.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures of food service management.
• Ability to teach food preparation and cooking.
• Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of food service personnel.
• Ability to prepare and analyze for accuracy all food service reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Microsoft Office proficient.
• Must be willing to travel for work and training when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Directs the purchase, storage, distribution and preparation of food and the maintenance of food service equipment and facilities.
• Establishes work schedules, supervises, instructs and counsels employees per policy guidelines.
• Enforces the standards of food production, quantity and quality of food prepared, sanitation and maintenance of the kitchen and any vehicles used to transport meals; makes frequent inspections to ensure that standards are maintained and deficiencies are addressed quickly.
• Prepares and reviews food service records, HACCP forms and production records for completion and accuracy daily.
• Teaches and demonstrates correct techniques of food preparation, food storage, and safety.
• Makes personnel recommendations, submits equipment repair requests, completes requests for supply items for use in the food service department through the appropriate chain of command.
• Develops training schedules and maintains employee files and training records.
• Works in the presence of and guides the work of inmate workers to ensure compliance.
• Implements activities to motivate and inspire employees.
• Ensures all policies and procedures are followed within agency and state guidelines for dietary staff.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the food service administrator.

Skills

Supervisory experience in food service

Procurement and inventory knowledge

Dietetic/menu planning knowledge

Food service management

Teaching cooking techniques

Effective communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma

Manager's Serv Safe Certification or ability to obtain within 90 days

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A $7,500 SIGN-ON BONUS*

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

Mission

It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, the Kitchen Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and supervising all food services operations within the assigned facility to ensure the safe, secure, and efficient preparation and service of adequate meals in compliance with state regulations, polices, and security procedures. This position oversees staff training, scheduling to ensure adequate coverage, inmate worker supervision, inspecting equipment, inventory and budget control. Collaborates with direct leadership and supports and promotes great customer service.

Job Responsibilities

• Directs the purchase, storage, distribution and preparation of food and the maintenance of food service equipment and facilities.
• Establishes work schedules, supervises, instructs and counsels employees per policy guidelines.
• Enforces the standards of food production, quantity and quality of food prepared, sanitation and maintenance of the kitchen and any vehicles used to transport meals; makes frequent inspections to ensure that standards are maintained and deficiencies are addressed quickly.
• Prepares and reviews food service records, HACCP forms and production records for completion and accuracy daily.
• Teaches and demonstrates correct techniques of food preparation, food storage, and safety.
• Makes personnel recommendations, submits equipment repair requests, completes requests for supply items for use in the food service department through the appropriate chain of command.
• Develops training schedules and maintains employee files and training records.
• Works in the presence of and guides the work of inmate workers to ensure compliance.
• Implements activities to motivate and inspire employees.
• Ensures all policies and procedures are followed within agency and state guidelines for dietary staff.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the food service administrator.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Related supervisory experience in food service.

• Knowledge of the procurement, storage, preparation, distribution and serving of food products.
• Knowledge of dietetic principles involved in planning and reviewing menus for nutritional adequacy, dietary balance and attractiveness of prepared food products.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures of food service management.
• Ability to teach food preparation and cooking.
• Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of food service personnel.
• Ability to prepare and analyze for accuracy all food service reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Microsoft Office proficient.
• Must be willing to travel for work and training when necessary.

This Is Considered An Essential Position.

This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice.

Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

Exposure to hazardous equipment, extreme heat and freezing temperatures.

Must be flexible to work alternating weekends, holidays and rotating shifts if necessary.

Must be able to bend and stoop.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

In-state travel for work and training is required.

Preferred Qualifications

AGENCY PREFERRED: A high school diploma and three years of direct food service management experience in quantity and quality cooking. Must possess Manager's Serv Safe Certification or the ability to complete the test with at least a 70 (passing score) within 90 days of hire.

Additional Comments

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Sign-On Bonus: Agencies may give sign-on bonuses to individuals recruited to critical needs jobs at the beginning of their employment with the agency. Bonuses cannot be offered or given to employees moving from other agencies by transfer, promotion or demotion. Sign-on bonuses are limited to one per employee, per year.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is an equal opportunity employer. DJJ does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, or other employment aspects based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation, please get in touch with the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC [phone].

I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school district's nondiscrimination policies: Title IX - Inspector General's Office - 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph: 803-896-9595; Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law.

I understand that SCDJJ will not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents and shall not enlist the services of any contractor who may have contact with residents who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997); has been convicted of engaging in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.

I understand that my fingerprint record received from the FBI and SLED must indicate no felony convictions as a condition of employment.

I certify that I have not been convicted of any criminal offenses that carries a sentence of 1 year or more or any criminal offenses that involves moral turpitude (an act contrary to the accepted rule of right and duty to man and society). Forfeiture of bond, a guilty plea, or plea of nolo contendere is considered the equivalent of a conviction.