Large private correctional food service provider in Texas is seeking experienced Food Service Director at the Potter County Jail in Amarillo, TX.

DUTIES:

• Oversee all aspects of cooking, baking, and serving of meals.
• Prepare daily menus.
• Provide hands-on supervision and training of meal preparation, delivery, and service to kitchen supervisors and Inmate Trustees (non-violent offenders only).
• Receive deliveries and check for accuracy.
• Conduct weekly inventory.
• Maintain regular communication with jail staff, corporate office, and regional manager.
• Produce weekly paperwork for accounting department.
• Maintain a safe working environment for employees at all times.
• Conduct monthly Safety Training meetings for all shifts.
• Insure that regular weekly vehicle inspections and Maintenance Checklists are performed by drivers.
• Insure that all employees are using appropriate safety gear at all times.
• Maintain adequate staff (includes interviewing and hiring qualified candidates).
• Coordinate pre-employment physicals and drug testing with potential employees.
• Covering shifts during staffing shortages.
• Insure that all New Hire documents are filled out correctly before submitting to corporate office for approval.
• Create and maintain a two-shift schedule for 2-5 employees.
• Verify employees' hours using time management software.
• Process all Human Resource paperwork for employees.
• Additional tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Institutional or commercial food service experience is required, but correctional food service experience is preferred.

• Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.
• Must speak/read English.
• Strong communication skills are very important.
• Must be able to follow detailed instructions and company protocol for kitchen operations.
• Must be able to pass extensive background check. Felonies are an automatic disqualification.
• There may also be a second screening process that includes a physical and drug screening.Proficiency in various computer programs (Microsoft Word and Excel). Company will provide the necessary training on Time Management program.
• All required training will be paid for by company.
• Special consideration will be given to applicants who are veterans.

Benefits

• Starting salary: $45,000

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401k Plan
• Personal/Sick pay
• Paid holidays after 6 months
• Paid vacation after one year