Assistant Food Service Manager

Akima Infrastructure Protection (AIP), a distinguished Akima company, stands out as not just another federal management operations contractor but as a dedicated organization with a unique cultural mission. AIP is an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) that operates with the primary goal of supporting its shareholder communities in Alaska while undertaking significant federal projects. This dual commitment ensures that AIP’s work makes a profound impact both on the government’s operational integrity and on the cultural and economic survival of the 15,000 Iupiat shareholders from one of the most remote and challenging environments in the United States.

As a company deeply rooted in supporting Alaska Native communities, AIP extends its mission beyond federal contracts to provide employment opportunities, foster economic growth, and protect a culture that has thrived for over 10,000 years above the Arctic Circle. At the federal level, AIP delivers highly trained personnel, state-of-the-art equipment, and reliable processes designed to safeguard critical government assets. Their services include protective security measures and detention management operations specifically tailored to meet rigorous mission-critical federal requirements.

As an employee of AIP, you join a company culture centered on innovation, diversity, and a supportive working environment that promotes personal development, competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and excellent retirement options. Employees are valued as integral contributors to a mission that has both operational and cultural significance.

In the role of Assistant Food Service Manager based in Brownsville, Texas, you will assume a pivotal corporate management position that supports the Food Service Manager in overseeing day-to-day food service operations at a key contract site. This role involves managing a diverse team, including Cook II Crew Leaders, Cook II, Cook I staff, and a food service Warehouse Operator, ensuring all activities comply with standards set by organizations such as the American Correctional Association (ACA), the Performance-Based National Detention Standards (PBNDS), OSHA regulations, and other applicable legal and regulatory frameworks.

Your responsibilities will include supervising staff to meet scheduled project timelines, enforcing strict adherence to contractual food service standards, managing inventory levels, ensuring the sanitation of the food service facilities, and assisting with the development and execution of training programs for both staff and detainees. This position also requires developing budgets, facilitating problem-solving efforts, administering discipline and performance evaluations, and maintaining safety compliance across all operations.

By managing these critical components efficiently and effectively, the Assistant Food Service Manager plays a key role in meeting contract expectations and promoting a safe and compliant food service environment. This position demands strong leadership qualities, operational expertise, and a commitment to promoting a culture of safety and excellence, making it a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for the right candidate. AIP invites professionals ready to contribute to their unique mission to apply and join this exceptional team.