Food Service Manager

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Division of Adult Institutions is currently recruiting to fill a Food Service Manager position. This position will be headquartered at Waupun Correctional Institution (WCI) in Waupun, WI.

This position is responsible for a large-scale food production operation and distribution of meals in a highly complex food service program at WCI. Responsibilities include preparing meals from standardized recipes; specialized diets; assuring proper food preparation for on-line and off-line food service feeding; ordering and maintaining food and non-food items and inventory; developing and implementing policies and procedures; supervision of staff and inmate workers; as well as provision of staff assistance to the Food Service Administrator in managing the day-to-day operations of the Food Service Department within security guidelines. This position serves as Assistant Food Service Administrator and assumes overall responsibility for the Food Service operation in the absence of the Food Service Administrator.

The starting pay is between $45136 and $77313 per year, plus excellent benefits. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. The pay schedule/range is 81-04. A 12-month probationary period is required.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.

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Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application. The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency to employment.

NOTE: This position is NOT eligible to work remotely

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:

• Working in large-scale food production (serving 100 meals per session, etc.)

• Maintaining and monitoring sanitation in a food production setting

• Performing food service management tasks (managing inventory, using food storage techniques etc.)

In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have experience:

• Supervising staff (hiring, assigning, directing, and evaluating work, discipline, settling grievances, etc.)

• Working with nutrition and/or quality assessment (including modified and/or medically restricted diets)

• Performing financial related tasks (cost control, generating purchasing specifications/justifications, etc.)

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.

Applicants should attach a letter of qualification and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualification and resume will be evaluated and is considered the assessment for this position. Your letter of qualification and resume should be limited to a maximum of two pages each.

Your submission will be evaluated by one or more job experts. The most eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualification, if interested please click here.

Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR Specialist noted above. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.