Food Service Manager Jobs in Longview, TX (NOW HIRING)

Pay: $18 per hour

Work schedule: Full-time, shift varies

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 

Are you looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity where you can make a difference every day? Operated by Management & Training Corporation, the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, TX, is looking for a Food Service Specialist to join our team and play a vital role in a dynamic kitchen environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, value safety and teamwork, and are ready to take on meaningful responsibilities, we want to hear from you!

Position Summary: Directly supervise Inmates assigned to the dining area. Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and sanitary kitchen area, including food preparation areas, tools and equipment, and assisting in the service and preparation of facility meals based on pre-planned menus, in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives. 

Essential Functions:        

1. Clean and sanitize all food preparation equipment and ensure that it is kept in safe and operable condition.
2. Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly, workable condition and ensure work area is safe, clean and sanitary at all times.
3. Ensure the count and control of all kitchen tools.  Provide an accurate count of all control items at the beginning and end of each shift.
4. Supervise Inmates in the serving of meals as required.
5. Ensure moping, scrubbing, refinishing and spot cleaning of kitchen floors is completed.
6. Oversee the cleaning, sanitizing, and deodorizing of the restrooms.
7. Ensure that counts are performed accurately for all Inmates assigned to the kitchen.
8. Pull and prepare items needed for next meal preparation.
9. It is expected the incumbent will work overtime when directed to do so.
10. Regular and predictable attendance is required.
11. 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.
12. Maintain accountability of staff, Inmates 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. 
• One (1) year full-time, wage-earning correctional, commercial, or institutional food preparation or food service management experience. ---OR--- Eighteen (18) months full-time, wage-earning correctional custody or law enforcement experience. 
• Must possess or be able to obtain current valid ServSafe Food Safety certification within twelve (12) months of employment date. Must maintain ServSafe Food Safety certification for continued employment in position. 
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements:

Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements to include physical agility testing and pass an annual background check, which must be approved by TDCJ.

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.