Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $78,120.00 - $111,732.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
flexible schedule
Career advancement opportunities
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is a state agency dedicated to building youth skills and strengthening families through promoting community safety and positive youth outcomes. Headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois, the Department operates five youth facilities across the state and provides extensive services focusing on treatment, development, and rehabilitation of juveniles. Employing over 900 staff members specializing in various fields including security, education, mental health, and programming, the IDJJ embodies a comprehensive approach to juvenile justice by acknowledging the distinct physical, emotional, and cognitive differences between youth and adults. The agency’s mission reflects a strong commitment to improving the lives of youth under its care, as well as supporting their families and communities through a developmental care model that builds resilience.
The Department of Juvenile Justice is currently seeking a Corrections Food Service Supervisor III to join its team at the Illinois Youth Center (IYC) in Warrenville. This full-time, salaried position offers an anticipated starting salary of $6,510 per month, with a full salary range between $6,510 and $9,311 per month. The role is under the supervision of the Food Service Program Manager, and the successful candidate will act as a full line supervisor responsible for planning, scheduling, and publishing menus suitable for both general and therapeutic diets. The position involves the direct oversight and monitoring of staff tasked with training youth in food preparation, ensuring food services maintain the highest standards of health, sanitation, safety, and efficiency.
As a Corrections Food Service Supervisor III, you will play a vital leadership role in a large-scale institutional food service operation within a juvenile corrections environment. The role demands an intricate knowledge of food service sanitation, large-scale food preparation, institutional regulations, and health and safety requirements. The supervisor will also serve as the acting Food Services Program Manager in their absence and perform additional duties that contribute to the smooth operation of the food service program. This position requires passing background checks and drug screening, as well as completing orientation training within six months of hire. The working hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, and it is located in DuPage County.
Working for the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice means joining a diverse and compassionate workforce dedicated to public service and equity. The agency values diversity and encourages bilingual candidates to apply, reflecting the broad cultural richness of the State of Illinois. The Department provides an excellent foundation for career growth with a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters professional development, collaboration, and community impact. If you are committed to serving youth and families through effective leadership in food service operations within a correctional setting, this position offers a rewarding career path where your efforts contribute to the community’s wellbeing and public safety.
The Department of Juvenile Justice is currently seeking a Corrections Food Service Supervisor III to join its team at the Illinois Youth Center (IYC) in Warrenville. This full-time, salaried position offers an anticipated starting salary of $6,510 per month, with a full salary range between $6,510 and $9,311 per month. The role is under the supervision of the Food Service Program Manager, and the successful candidate will act as a full line supervisor responsible for planning, scheduling, and publishing menus suitable for both general and therapeutic diets. The position involves the direct oversight and monitoring of staff tasked with training youth in food preparation, ensuring food services maintain the highest standards of health, sanitation, safety, and efficiency.
As a Corrections Food Service Supervisor III, you will play a vital leadership role in a large-scale institutional food service operation within a juvenile corrections environment. The role demands an intricate knowledge of food service sanitation, large-scale food preparation, institutional regulations, and health and safety requirements. The supervisor will also serve as the acting Food Services Program Manager in their absence and perform additional duties that contribute to the smooth operation of the food service program. This position requires passing background checks and drug screening, as well as completing orientation training within six months of hire. The working hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, and it is located in DuPage County.
Working for the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice means joining a diverse and compassionate workforce dedicated to public service and equity. The agency values diversity and encourages bilingual candidates to apply, reflecting the broad cultural richness of the State of Illinois. The Department provides an excellent foundation for career growth with a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters professional development, collaboration, and community impact. If you are committed to serving youth and families through effective leadership in food service operations within a correctional setting, this position offers a rewarding career path where your efforts contribute to the community’s wellbeing and public safety.
Job Requirements
- Ability to pass an IDOC/IDJJ background check
- ability to pass a drug screen
- completion of orientation-training course within six months of employment
- must be authorized to work in the United States
- must apply electronically through the designated state portal
- adherence to collective bargaining agreements
- no sponsorship for employment visas
- willingness to provide reasonable accommodations if needed
Job Qualifications
- Completion of four years of high school
- three years of institution food preparation experience such as Corrections Food Service Supervisor I or II or supervisory experience in a large-scale food service operation
- possession of a current Food Service Sanitation Certificate issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health or Certified Food Protection Manager certification from an ANSI-accredited program
- knowledge of food service sanitation
- knowledge of institutional rules and regulations and offender or juvenile control
- knowledge of large-scale food service procedures and practices
- ability to manage large-scale food service operations efficiently
- ability to interpret Illinois Food Service Sanitation rules
- ability to maintain positive working relationships with staff and juveniles
- ability to instruct and supervise subordinates and juveniles in food service functions
- ability to keep records, conduct inventories, prepare reports, and requisition supplies
Job Duties
- Serve as a full line supervisor under the direction of the Food Service Program Manager
- provide input into food production by directing and initiating maintenance of proper health, sanitation, and safety standards in preparing, serving, and storing foods
- plan, schedule, and publish menus for general and therapeutic diets
- direct and monitor staff in training youth in food preparation
- serve as Food Services Program Manager in his/her absence
- perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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