Food Service Director I
State of Nebraska

Job Info

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Hiring Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location:
Kearney, NE

Hiring Rate:
$24.541

Job Posting:
JR2024-00009289 Food Service Director I (Open)

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Job Description:
Are you passionate about food, leadership and providing exceptional experiences? We're seeking a dynamic Food Service Director to oversee a large-scale food service operation at our Youth Rehabilitation Treatment Center in Kearney! In this pivotal role, you'll independently manage all aspect of food service, from menu planning, meal preparation, to staff supervision, and budget management.

The Food Service Director will oversee the Hastings and Kearney area. Examples of work include, but are not limited to:

• Directs the preparation and serving of food by all employees; inspects the food received and served. Plans meals and therapeutic diets as to quality, quantity, and nutritional value; plans all menus including special diets.
• Orders meats, staples, fresh food items and other supplies from outside vendors; supervises periodic inventories; makes food control and cost reports.
• Makes weekly inspections of dining rooms and kitchens; responsible for sanitation and safety conditions; sees to repair of all food service equipment.
• Prepares food service budget; trains, orients, supervises, and evaluates all subordinates and new personnel; keeps records of scheduled vacation and sick leave and all other personnel actions.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of a dietetic technician program approved by the American Dietetic Association OR Bachelor's degree in Foods and Nutrition OR graduate of a dietetic assistant program approved by the American Dietetic Association, qualifying for certification by the Dietary Manager's Association OR successful completion of a food service management course at an accredited university, community college, or technical college whose curriculum meets at least the minimum requirements of any of the programs described above, whether or not formally approved by the entities named above OR Associate degree in Foods/Nutrition plus four years experience in a large institutional food service operation, three of which must be in a management position OR high school education or equivalent plus six years of experience in a large institutional food service operation, three of which must be in a management position.

Other: Valid driver's license.

Knowledge of: all food service techniques; management principles, human nutrition and research,

planning and layout construction.

Ability to: plan menus; train and supervise the work of others; communicate effectively with a wide

variety of people; make decisions.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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