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

+ 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