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Food Service Director
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What they do
A Restaurant or Food Service Supervisor supervises food preparation and staff for a restaurant or dining hall. Manages budget for food supplies, equipment and staff; hires and trains staff; monitors food safety procedures. May plan menus or work with chefs or dieticians to plan menus. Works in a school, hospital, nursing home or other institution.
$33,533 / year median in Louisiana
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Food Service Director is to oversee the food service operation in a correctional facility. Ensure all meals are prepared in compliance with nutritional standards, safety regulations, and facility policies. This role requires strong leadership skills, a commitment to food safety, and the ability to work within a structured environment. Essential Functions/Core Responsibilities Must Be able to Work Weekends, and Some Holidays. Oversee the daily operations of the food service department, including meal preparation, serving and sanitation. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal food safety regulations and correctional guidelines. Supervise and train kitchen staff and inmate workers, ensuring adherence to proper food handling and sanitation protocols. Maintain accurate records of food service operations, including meal counts, supply usage and compliance reports. Manage food inventory, procurement of goods weekly. Follow all food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage. Promote a healthy and safe work environment for other employees/inmates. This role includes physical demands such as lifting 50 lbs, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods of time. Be able to stand and be on your feet for much of the scheduled shift. Perform other related duties as assigned. Ability to work in a highly regulated and structured environment, and adhere to correctional facility security protocols.