Food Service Manager 1 (Local Government)

Food Service Manager 1 (Local Government) - Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Honesdale, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22460458 Summary Honesdale, PA $47112.00 - $47112.00 per Year 0 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time Description Reference #: 5282956 Salary $47,112.00 Annually Location Wayne County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-44559-L1035

Department Local Government Division AN Wayne Co Aaa Opening Date 03/27/2026 Closing Date 4/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code L1035 Position Number 80013117 Union Non Union Bargaining Unit LG Pay Group LG Bureau / Division Code 88101164 Bureau / Division Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Worksite Address 323 Tenth Street City Honesdale, Pennsylvania Zip Code 18431 Contact Name Tina Temple Contact Phone 570.253.4262 Contact Email ttemple@waynecountypa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you ready to put your food service expertise to work in a role that directly supports the mission of Wayne County? The Wayne County Department of Human Services is seeking a reliable, motivated Food Service Manager to lead, coordinate, and evaluate the daily operations of the dietary department. In this role, you will ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, maintain high-quality service standards, and promote efficient, effective operations that support the well-being of those we serve. If you are committed to public service and eager to make a meaningful impact in your community, we encourage you to apply.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position involves first-level supervisory work overseeing and coordinating food service operations within a Commonwealth or county-operated facility. The Food Service Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising the preparation and service of meals, ensuring all dietary functions meet established nutritional standards, sanitation requirements, and regulatory guidelines. Responsibilities include assigning and reviewing staff duties, maintaining production schedules, monitoring inventory and food costs, and ensuring full compliance with health and safety regulations. The role provides direct supervision to food service personnel and participates in staff training and performance evaluations. Work is performed under the general guidance of an administrative or dietary services supervisor and is evaluated through reports, inspections, and the overall effectiveness of food service operations. Related duties may be assigned as needed.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment Work hours are 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Employees may be required to travel overnight or outside the county for meetings or training. Work hours may vary and can include evenings, weekends, or holidays depending on operational needs.

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Desirable Preparation for

Work:

Experience supervising food preparation and service in an institutional food service operation; or any equivalent combination of experience and/or training.

Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

You must pass a background investigation. A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. How to

Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. •7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Additional Details How To Identify Potential Job Scams

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