Food Service Director- Skillet Kitchens

Job Description

Job Description

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 Alamance 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.

Flexible hours may be required.

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

M / F / Vets / Disabled and other protected categories