Floating Food Service Director

Overview: Are you looking for a career with premium benefits and the potential for growth? At Trinity Services Group, a TKC Holdings Company, we've created something special, a better place to work and grow. Many employees start just expecting a paycheck but end up with a rewarding career. We provide exceptional training and a clear career path. We are proud to be a military and veteran friendly employer.

About This Position: The 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. Ideal Food Service Director 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. Hire, orient, train and issue corrective action (when applicable) to team members. Review and approve payroll on a bi‑weekly basis. Coordinate workflow and assign work to team members. Ensure all team members are adequately trained and capable to perform job responsibilities safely. Direct 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. Know and comply with client’s contractual obligations. Ensure food items are stored in a safe and hazard‑free manner. May plan for special events and functions through 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 Equivalent, and you 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. Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred. Ability to travel up to 75% of the time from your home base account including overnight stays at hotels when needed.

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