Food Operations Supervisor

Food Operations Supervisor

Job no: 5114300

Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)

Location: Chesapeake, Virginia

Categories: Food Services

Title: Food Operations Supervisor

State Role Title: 79213

Hiring Range: $59,951 - $68,944

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Southeastern VA Training Ctr

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Looking for a career with meaning and purpose? Join our team at Southeastern Virginia Training Center!

Southeastern Virginia Training Center (SEVTC) is seeking a Food Operations Supervisor to join our dedicated Food Services team. This role is essential in promoting the health and well-being of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Food Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the preparation and delivery of meals, transporting food carts between the main kitchen and residential homes, and ensuring all food service operations are conducted in a safe, sanitary, and efficient manner.

About Us

At Southeastern Virginia Training Center (SEVTC) we serve citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are an intermediate care facility operated by the Department of Behavioral health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) where we support individuals in state-of-the-art homes with accommodations unique to their specific needs. At SEVTC, we take pride in providing our individuals with a person-centered approach, fostering their independence, and ensuring their life is fully realized to their potential. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we take time to invest in their health, wellness, and happiness.

Job Duties

• Supervise and participate in daily food preparation and service activities
• Oversee delivery of meals and food carts to/from residential homes
• Ensure cleanliness, safety, and sanitation of the kitchen and equipment
• Monitor staff performance and provide training and direction
• Maintain food inventory and ensure proper food storage and rotation
• Ensure meals meet dietary guidelines and special dietary needs
• Follow federal, state, and local food safety standards

Work Schedule:

• Must be able to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays:
  • 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
  • 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
• This position is considered essential personnel and requires availability during emergencies or facility needs.
• Must be available to work different shifts and overtime as required.
• All new hires must complete a 5-day Pre-Service Training Program (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM daily).

Skills and experience required:

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about helping others and making a positive impact. The ideal candidate will bring a strong work ethic, a team-focused mindset, and the ability to thrive in a structured, mission-driven environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge of food service operations, preparation, sanitation, and safety standards
• Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment
• Active, valid driver's license
• High school diploma or equivalent

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience in residential food service, including familiarity with food consistency and special dietary requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office applications
• Previous supervisory experience in a food service environment

Person Centered. Community Based.

SEVTC's mission is to provide quality, person-centered services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in partnership with a community-based system of support.

We envision SEVTC as a center of excellence providing specialized supports that enable successful community living for individuals with intellectual, developmental and behavioral challenges across the state of Virginia.

Our values reflect an environment where: individuals lead self-determined lives that focus on empowerment, dignity and respect, employees are valued and appreciated as out most import asset, individuals and employees live, work and play in an environment that is safe and free from harm, collaboration with DBHDS, community partners, and family members is welcomed and fostered, and resources are utilized in a thoughtful and efficient manner.

Special Instructions

You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Requirements : Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.
You will receive a confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé has been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to "Your Application" in your account.

Applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date.

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers' individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preferences to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Contact Information

Name: Sarita Jordan

Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io

Email: View email address on click.appcast.io

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 29 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 10 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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