Food Operations Supervisor

Food Operations SupervisorSoutheastern 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.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 include supervising and participating in daily food preparation and service activities, overseeing delivery of meals and food carts to/from residential homes, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and sanitation of the kitchen and equipment, monitoring staff performance and providing training and direction, maintaining food inventory and ensuring proper food storage and rotation, ensuring meals meet dietary guidelines and special dietary needs, and following federal, state, and local food safety standards.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).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 include 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; and high school diploma or equivalent.