Department Supervisor 1/Food Service - 011678

The Charter County of Wayne, located in Michigan, is the state's largest county, encompassing 34 cities and nine townships including major areas like Detroit, Rockwood, Livonia, and the Grosse Pointes. Known as the automotive capital of the world, Detroit is home to the county's headquarters, symbolizing a dynamic blend of history, diversity, culture, and thriving economic opportunities. Wayne County prides itself on fostering a robust community where residents can live, work, play, and raise families in a supportive and vibrant environment. With a mission focused on operational efficiency, fiscal responsibility, and public health, the county aims to enhance infrastructure, economic development, and community support while ensuring transparent and innovative governance.

The role of the Department Supervisor 1 within Wayne County specifically oversees the operations of the Adult Detention Facility food service. This critical position ensures the smooth delivery of portion-controlled, temperature-maintained meals while supervising both staff and inmate labor involved in food preparation and service. Responsibilities include assigning daily tasks, providing instruction on sanitation and safety protocols, maintaining food quality standards, and managing labor accountability. The supervisor also plays a pivotal role in reviewing menus, inventories, and coordinating supply procurement and distribution. This position demands regular communication with county and vendor personnel to facilitate seamless food service operations and adherence to all security protocols in collaboration with sheriff personnel.

The Department Supervisor 1 is entrusted with supervising service workers and inmates, overseeing food sanitation practices through continuous shift inspections guided by HACCP standards, and assisting food service managers and vendors with various duties such as stock management, report preparation, and maintenance coordination. The role emphasizes adherence to strict sanitation, safety, and security measures to maintain the highest standards of operation within the facility’s food services.

This full-time position requires a detail-oriented, experienced supervisor who can manage both human resources and operational demands effectively. The ideal candidate will have either a high school diploma or GED with at least three years of full-time paid food service experience in an institutional cafeteria setting, such as military, hospital, or dormitory food services, or an associate’s degree in food service management, nutrition, or a related field complemented by one year of equivalent practical experience. This role promises a challenging yet rewarding environment for those committed to excellence in institutional food service management within a vital public sector setting.