Correctional Food Service Manager I

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Correctional Food Service Manager I (S)

Position Number

60070884

Grade

NC08

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

Johnston Correctional Institution is a minimum custody facility that can house up to 668 inmates, including 28 Restrictive Housing beds. This position requires a thorough knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in large-scale cooking, food service activities, food service management techniques and health regulations to ensure proper food preparation, storage and sanitation of the food service section.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: 39,244.00 - $68,679.00

Work includes, but is not limited to, communicating verbally and in writing; comprehend and calculate menus; observe sanitary food handling practices; understand food nutritional values; inventory and rotate stock.  Preform rescue functions such as CPR, first aid, firefighting, engage in physical activities necessary to control and apprehend inmates; defend against physical attacks.  Distinguish color codes used for emergencies and security purposes; operating locking devices and maintain keys.  Complete CPR, firearms, and unarmed self-defense training, and work a varied schedule Plan, coordinate, and supervise all food service activities within the facility. Ensure compliance with NCDAC policies, state sanitation standards, and health regulations. Oversee food preparation, storage, and distribution in accordance with established nutritional guidelines. Supervise, train, and evaluate staff and assigned offender workers. Maintain accurate records including inventory, meal counts, and food usage. Monitor kitchen operations to ensure safety, cleanliness, and proper food handling.
Conduct routine inspections and enforce sanitation and safety procedures. Manage ordering, receiving, and storage of food and supplies.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented knowledge and use of the offender disciplinary process.

• Demonstrates considerable knowledge of food service operations, including methods, materials, equipment, procurement, inventory, and therapeutic diet requirements.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of experience in institutional food preparation and food services, in management of a commercial food service operations, or one year as a Correctional Food Service Supervisor; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Crystal Bunn Miller

Email:

recruiters@dac.nc.gov