Date Posted:

November 14, 2024

Salary:

$78,360.62 – $109,715.63 Annually, plus Benefits

Description:

POSITION Under general direction, the Food Services Manager for the Probation Agency will plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise the food services and laundry program for the County’s Juvenile Justice Detention Facility. It is anticipated the program will serve 3 meals/day to between 50-100 youth offenders and 100 facility staff. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive experience in large-scale food service management within institutional settings. They will demonstrate a strong ability to develop and implement comprehensive food programs, including master menu planning. Exceptional leadership skills for selecting and training a diverse team of staff. The candidate should be adept at managing vendor relationships, overseeing food purchases, and ensuring compliance with sanitation regulations. Strong organizational and budgeting skills for maintaining accurate records and preparing reports, as well as applying for federal funding. A passion for providing nutritious meals and a commitment to fostering a positive culinary environment.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Any combination of education, training and/or experience that demonstrates acquisition of the requisite KSAs. Possession of those KSAs could typically be demonstrated by substantial (5+ years) work experience in menu preparation and production of food in large quantities and varieties in an institutional food service program, including at least two (2) years at a responsible supervisory level. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: • Must possess or obtain and maintain a valid California driver license. • Must be willing and able to successfully pass a thorough background investigation. • Willing and able to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. • Willing and able to work in a custodial setting. DESIRED • Experience as a cook in a correctional facility, military, hospital, university or other large-scale eatery.

How to Apply:

To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.org/jobs.

NOTE TO APPLICANTS It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications, relevant background, and specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. The selection process will likely consist of an Oral Exam, which may be preceded or replaced with the score from a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E). In a T&E, your training and experience are evaluated in relation to the background, experience, and factors identified for successful job performance. It highly recommended that the supplemental questions within the application are completed with care and diligence. Responses such as “See Resume” or “Refer to Resume” are not acceptable. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all. CONTACT INFORMATION For further information, please contact Kristy Madrigal by email at kristy.madrigal@ventura.org or phone (805) 654-5094.