Food Specialist Supervisor

Food Specialist Supervisor

Black Stone Consulting, Inc. is seeking an experienced and motivated Food Specialist Supervisor to support food service operations at the USCG Training Center (TRACEN) in Yorktown, Virginia. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with sanitation standards, supporting food production operations, and assisting the Program Manager with staff supervision and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, a solid understanding of food safety regulations, and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enforce a comprehensive sanitation program in accordance with USCG TRACEN contractual guidelines to ensure continuous food safety and inspection readiness.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies are available to support daily operations.
• Assist in managing food production schedules to ensure timely and efficient completion of operational goals.
• Support the Program Manager in training, mentoring, and supervising food service staff on safety standards and food-handling best practices.
• Monitor production quality and adherence to health and safety regulations, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve food production processes and operational workflows.
• Participate in inventory tracking and ordering of supplies as required.
• Assist with the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and service quality.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in food production, food service supervision, or a related field.
• Strong working knowledge of food safety regulations and quality control standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using production management or scheduling systems, including ADP Workforce (or similar platforms).

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Virginia managerial food safety or quality assurance certification.

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with food production equipment and commercial kitchen machinery.
• Experience with inventory management systems and production scheduling tools.
• Working knowledge of quality management and continuous improvement methodologies.

Core Competencies and Soft Skills

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide team members.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to teamwork.
• High attention to detail with a proactive problem-solving approach.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Commitment to promoting a culture of safety, compliance, and quality excellence.

Compensation and Benefits

Black Stone Consulting, Inc. offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Employee discounts on company-offered services

Additional Information

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify job duties at any time based on business needs.