Food Service Director- Skillet Kitchens

Description

As a Food Service Director, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of food service operations within a correctional facility at Coweta County Jail. This role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a thorough understanding of food safety and institutional food service management. You play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of safe, nutritious, and high-quality meals to inmates within a correctional facility. Your leadership and management skills are essential to maintaining operational standards, compliance with regulations, and fostering a positive food service environment.   

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Supervise meal preparation, cooking, and serving.  
• Monitor food production to ensure consistency and minimize waste.  
• Manage inventory levels and coordinate with vendors.  
• Oversee budgets for food costs, labor, and supplies.  
• Train and supervise kitchen staff.  
• Conduct performance evaluations and ensure compliance with safety procedures.  
• Conduct regular inspections for cleanliness and food safety.  
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.  
• Foster positive relationships with facility staff and inmates.  
• Other duties as assigned.  

Required Job Skills:  

• Ability to work in a secure corrections environment.  
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.  
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.  
• Experience in food service management, preferably in a correctional setting.  
• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary guidelines.  
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.  

Working Conditions:  

• Work in a correctional facility setting with strict security protocols.  
• Ability to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical ability to stand, lift, and move food supplies and equipment.  

Benefits:  

• Paid weekly  
• Paid Time Off (PTO)  
• Full-time benefits (medical/dental/vision) after 60 days  
• Holiday Pay  
• Paid Bereavement Leave  
• Pregnancy and Bonding Leave  
• 401k match (after 6 months)  
• Uniform Tops provided  
• Tuition Reimbursement  
• Employee Referral Program  
• Free $50,000 Term Life insurance policy  
• Internal promotions and advancements