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Floating 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.
$41,664 / year median in New York
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Floating Food Service Director TKC Holdings, Inc. paid time off, short term disability, long term disability, 401(k) United States, York, Syracuse 555 South State Street (Show on map) Aug 24, 2026
Wage Rate $72,500/year
Overview Are you looking for a career with premium benefitsand the potential for growth? At Trinity Services Group, a TKC Holdings Company, we've created somethingspecial, a better place to work and grow. Manyemployees start just expecting a paycheck but end upwith a rewarding career. We provide exceptionaltraining and a clear career path. We are proud to be a military and veteran friendly employer. About This Position This position is traveling to and working at various correctional facilities in NY. The Floating Food Service Director plans, directs and coordinates the activities associated with running a single site, stand-alone food service operation in a facility with only one kitchen and less than 1,000 inmates/beds. This position is in charge of the operational and financial responsibilities for the kitchen and supervises an Assistant Food Service Director and/or a team of Food Service Supervisors and/or Cooks who are involved with the preparation, serving and clean-up of food in a secure correctional facility. Other duties as determined by the needs of the business. Our ideal Floating Food Service Director excels at the following: Passionate about food and service
Has a solid understanding of food handling regulations
Desire to always learn more
Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently
Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly
Dependable and flexible
A strong leader and coach Essential Functions/Core Responsibilities Supervise, train, and instruct team members and/or inmates in general food service practices, including the preparation, cooking, and serving of food.
Oversee the appropriate quantities of food are prepared and served according to facility or site plan.
Hires, orients, trains and issues corrective action (when applicable) to team members.
Review and approve payroll on a bi-weekly basis.
Coordinate the work flow and assign work to team members.
Ensure all team members are adequately trained and capable to perform job responsibilities safely.
Coordinate the work flow and assign work to team members.
Directs team members to ensure job-related rules, policies, procedures, and security guidelines are enforced.
Responsible for maintaining accuracy of inventory in advance preparation of planned menu schedule.
Ensure ordering and all required reports are completed accurately and on time.
Knows and complies with client's contractual obligations.
Ensure food items are stored in a safe and hazard free manner.
May plan for special events and functions thru participation in meetings with assigned customer facility operations staff.
Maintain product service quality standards.
Maintain a sanitary environment following food service and Health Department codes and regulations.
Maintain accurate on-site reports of daily and monthly financial, production, and activity.
Responsible for any state or other inspection of food service operation.
May participate in the contract negotiation and renewal process.
May perform other duties as assigned. What You'll Need High School Diploma or GED and/or equivalent experience. Must be at least 18 years of age. Five years' of management or supervisory experience in a food service environment.
ServSafe Certification.
Valid driver's license.
Knowledge and experience managing and applying kitchen sanitation and safety standards and methods.
Knowledge of basic accounting and mathematical abilities to complete necessary reports High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred.
Valid Driver License.
Ability to travel up to 75% of the time from your home base account including overnight stays at hotels when needed. Benefits Trinity Services Group (TSG) offers comprehensive benefits to all regular-full time employees: Medical w/prescription coverage
Benefit Credit received when enrolled in a TKC medical plan, to help offset your benefit costs. Benefit Credit of $750 annually, will be divided evenly among your paychecks throughout the Plan Year.
Dental
Vision
Basic Life and Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Voluntary benefits that can be selected to create the right package for you TSG also understands the importance of work life balance and planning for the future. To help with both of these, employees are eligible for: Paid Time Off
Company Match for the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan We now also offer DailyPay providing you immediate access to earned wages. EEO Statement Equal Employment Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We maintain a drug-free workplace. A copy of our Privacy Policy and CA Employee Privacy Notice can be found here:https://tkcholdings.com/privacy-policy-108