Job Posting Title

Food service Manager III

Agency

025 OKLAHOMA MILITARY DEPARTMENT

Supervisory Organization

Oklahoma Military Department

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

September 26, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$53000.04

Job Description

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving planning, coordination and direction of the operation of a food service department in a state facility or institution. This involves planning and coordinating the preparation, cooking and serving of food, coordinating and reviewing projected menu plans with nutrition therapists, including nutritional assessments and care plans, and requisitioning food, supplies and equipment.

Typical Functions

• Coordinate purchasing, food planning, preparation and serving, inventory control, cleaning and maintenance of sanitary standards in the preparation areas, serving and dining areas of the Dining Facility.
• Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations and maintains high-quality standards in food preparation and service.
• Manage and supervise food service staff, prepare work schedules, provide guidance, and performance evaluations.
• Manage Dining Facility budget to ensure efficient operation and cost control.
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to maintain quality and timely delivery of food products.
• Create and maintain food production records and prepare required reports.
• Create and maintain menus; interpret recipes, modified diet plans and monitor portion controls.
• Implement and enforce policies and procedures related to food safety, workplace safety, and staff conduct.
• Work flexible hours to support onsite activities and dining facility operations.
• Attend and/or conduct staff meetings and provide annual continuing food service and safety training requirements.
• Perform related work as assigned by supervisor.
• May be asked to help supervise culinary students during special events or projects.

Level Descriptor

Management level

Education and Experience

requirements at this level consist of an associate degree in culinary arts, food management or a similar field and three years of experience in a supervisory capacity or supervising inmates in a commercial or institutional food service environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one additional year of qualifying experience for each year of the required education.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of requisition and inventory records; of food service organization and operation; of food preparation and modified diets; of safety hazards and precautions; of proper sanitation methods; of food storage methods; of menu planning and recipe interpretation; of standard cooking weights and measures; and of the principles of training. Ability is required to interpret and prepare special dietary menus and menu instructions; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to give and follow oral and written instructions; and to organize and supervise the work of others.

Must be comfortable working with Microsoft Office programs and the internet.

Special Requirements

Licenses/Certificates required: 

• At least 8 hours of food safety training is required either not more than 5 years prior to employment or completed within 30 calendar days of employee’s start date.
• Valid Oklahoma Driver’s license

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 45 lbs, able to bend, stoop, twist, reach overhead, stretch and be on feet for extended periods.

Conditions of Employment: 

• Serves a 12 month trial period
• Contingent on a favorable NCIC/OSBI background check
• Contingent on passing pre-employment drug & alcohol screening
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
• T1/CNACI security clearance (eligibility for national se