Kitchen Operations Supervisor

Marion Correctional Institution is a correctional facility committed to the rehabilitation and rehabilitation support of its inmates, providing not only secure custody but facilities that maintain high standards of food service and safety. Partnering with Aramark, a global provider of food services, facilities management, and uniforms, the institution ensures that the food operations are professionally managed with quality, safety, and efficiency at the forefront of daily activities.

The Kitchen Operations Supervisor role at Marion Correctional Institution is a pivotal leadership position designed to oversee and manage inmate labor and kitchen operations, ensuring that all meals and food items are prepared and served according to established standards and production schedules. This supervisory role is responsible for instructing, delegating, and organizing daily kitchen tasks, ensuring productivity and operational efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety.

This position requires hands-on involvement as well as leadership skills to supervise both the inmate workforce and staff, coordinate schedules, comply with Aramark's rigorous food safety protocols, and ensure that all food service activities meet the institution's legal and safety regulations. The role adapts to dynamic changes in client needs and operational requirements, requiring flexibility, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining a secure and hazard-free kitchen environment.

The successful candidate will be at least 18 years of age and preferably have at least one year of food preparation or related experience, along with supervisory experience. Experience working within correctional environments or with inmate populations is considered advantageous. This role involves direct participation in food production processes such as meal preparation, tray assembly, ingredient distribution, and overseeing temperature controls, all while ensuring adherence to strict health and safety standards including HACCP guidelines.

As Kitchen Operations Supervisor, you will be integral in fostering teamwork, improving operational workflows, and supporting professional growth among the kitchen team. Responsibilities include maintaining detailed inventory records, ensuring proper equipment maintenance, and upholding security procedures within the kitchen, such as securing storage areas and managing keys and tools appropriately. Compliance with food safety and operational protocols is mandatory, emphasizing accurate record-keeping and corrective action where needed to guarantee safe food handling.

Through this leadership role, you will contribute to delivering nutritious, timely meals within a challenging environment, working closely with correctional staff, healthcare teams, and Aramark management to meet the nutritional and safety needs of the facility. Aramark supports its employees with a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and valuable work-life resources to sustain a balanced and fulfilling career.

Embracing a collaborative, safety-focused approach, the Kitchen Operations Supervisor plays a critical role in upholding Marion Correctional Institution’s standards of food service excellence while promoting the rehabilitation mission of the institution. If you are committed to leadership in food operations within a correctional setting and eager to make a positive impact on operational efficiency and inmate workforce management, this opportunity provides a challenging and rewarding career path.