DSHS Maple Lane Food Service Manager 5

Washington State

  • Thurston County, WA
  • $5,011-6,735 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
DescriptionFood Service Manager 5The Department of Social and Health Services is seeking a Food Service Manager 5 to oversee all aspects of the on-campus kitchen operations at Maple Lane Campus in Grand Mound, Washington. In this role, you will manage a large-scale kitchen that provides meals for up to 200 residents while also serving as a vocational training site for program participants.You will direct a team of supervisors, cooks, food service workers, and a dietitian to ensure meals meet high standards of safety, nutrition, and quality. This position requires balancing daily operations with long-term planning, including compliance with health codes, effective use of resources, and continuous staff development.This is a leadership opportunity where your expertise in food service management, nutrition, and safety standards directly supports resident health and contributes to their training and development. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.Some of what you'll do:
  • Manage kitchen operations to provide safe, high-quality meals for residents.
  • Develop and maintain procedures, policies, and work instructions for food service systems.
  • Ensure adequate staffing levels and verify staff meet required certifications and training.
  • Oversee scheduling, workflow, and resource allocation to maintain efficient operations.
  • Collaborate with a dietitian to design menus that meet diverse nutritional and medical needs.
  • Monitor compliance with Department of Health regulations, accreditation requirements, and safety standards.
  • Manage purchasing, inventory, and equipment needs for efficient food service delivery.
  • Inspection of kitchen, dining, and food preparation areas to ensure proper food handling, sanitation, and elimination of safety and/or security hazards as well as compliance with DOH, CARF, and other required standards.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports, and financial documentation.
  • Coordinate and oversee food service vocational training activities for residents.
Who should apply?
Professionals with a bachelor's degree* in institution management, hotel and restaurant administration, home economics, business administration or related field.
AND
Two years of supervisory/administrative experience including planning and budgeting.
OR
*Equivalent combination of experience/education.This position also requires a certification.
Additional knowledge, skills, and abilities we are looking for:
  • Management expertise: Ability to plan, organize, and direct food service systems in a large-scale institutional setting.Previous experience as a food services manager or a certified dietician highly valued.
  • Food safety knowledge: Understanding of health codes, infection control, and regulatory requirements that govern food service in healthcare.
  • Nutrition planning: Skill in developing menus that meet medical, cultural, and individual dietary needs.
  • Decision-making: Capacity to analyze situations and make effective choices under pressure.
  • Communication: Clear and professional communication with staff, residents, leadership, and regulatory partners.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to emergencies, changing workloads, or shifting resources.
  • Technical skills: Competence with basic computer applications for compliance, recordkeeping, and reporting.
  • Organizational skills: Proficiency in managing schedules, budgets, supplies, and competing priorities.
Interested? Apply today!See why people like you choose careers with DSHS:The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.Questions about this opportunity? Please contact Georgina Pringle at and reference project number 05817.Supplemental InformationPrior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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