Food Protection Manager Jobs in Lubbock, TX (NOW HIRING)

Pay: $43,888 annual salary

Work schedule: Full-time, Days, Monday – Friday 

Benefit package includes:

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits 
• Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) 
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefit 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays 

Work with a purpose! Management and Training Corporation proudly operates the Texas Civil Commitment Center in Littlefield, Texas. Join our team of career-minded professionals as you lead the food service department and help those in our care make positive, lifelong changes.

What you’ll do: You’ll directly supervise food handlers/cooks and clients assigned to the food service area. You’ll be responsible for the management of food services, which includes providing wholesome and nutritious meals, plans in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Civil Commitment Office (TCCO) directives.

Essential Functions:

1. Ensure dining, service and food preparation areas and equipment are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner; and ensures compliance with sanitation, safety and health regulations.
2. Inspect food for quantity, quality, and temperature; assure proper storage and use of inventory; and supervise monitoring and logging of temperatures.
3. Instruct staff and clients on safety rules and regulations, proper use of soaps and chemicals; sanitary procedures, food preparation and portion control, operation of food service equipment; advise on food requirements and recipes; and calculate monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual food requirements; and prepare and approve requisitions for food items, supplies, and equipment.
4. Prepare daily menus; ensures adequate controls are maintained over food preparation quantities and portion sizes; prepare menus for special diet requirements of clients; and review cook's worksheets for accuracy.
5. Oversee the department budget ensuring the department operates efficiently and within budget; prepare budget reports and reconcile the budget monthly.
6. Plan, assign and supervise work of staff and clients; review staff and client work schedules for adequate coverage; and establish and administer orientation and departmental in-service training programs.
7. Provide staff and client training, evaluate performance and implement organizational and personnel changes as approved by the facility administrator and coordinated with human resources prior to implementation.
8. Regular and predictable attendance is required.
9. Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
10. Maintain accountability of staff, clients and property; adhere to safety practices.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her scope of work as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• Two (2) years full-time, wage-earning experience in correctional, commercial, or institutional food service preparation or management.
• Must have valid food handler’s certificate. 
• Valid driver's license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Why: Make a real difference every day by helping to change lives. 

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.