DIETARY MANAGER II

Job Requisition ID: 55362 

Opening Date: 05/04/2026
Closing Date: 05/15/2026
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: DIETARY MANAGER II - 12502 
Skill Option: DHS - Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate (FSSMC) / Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Eff 7/1/26) $6,135-$8,790/month ($73,620-$105,480/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Kankakee
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 

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Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Dietary Manager II for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the food services program.  Manages and directs central dietary operations. Orders food and supplies. Supervises staff in the planning and preparation of diets. Trains professional and para-professional staff regarding food preparation and food nutrition. Monitors clinical dietitians regarding menu preparation and nutritional reviews to ensure compliance with Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Central Management Services (CMS), Department of Human Services (DHS) and Center policies and procedures.  Serves as a working supervisor to lower-level staff.

Essential Functions

• Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates the food services program at Shapiro Center.
• Orders food and supplies.
• Serves as a working supervisor.
• Coordinates and directs proper maintenance and cleanliness of food service, preparation, and storage areas.
• Supervises staff in the planning and preparation of diets.
• Monitors clinical dietitians regarding menu preparation and nutritional reviews to ensure compliance with HFS, IDPH, CMS, DHS