Food Service Operations Manager I

Advertisement Closes 10/13/2026 (11:59 PM ET) 2605287 Food Service Operations Manager I Pay Grade 13 Salary $40,070.64 - $60,106.80 Annually Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice Location 163 Woodsbend Boys Camp Road West Liberty, KY 41472 USA Description The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves juveniles of the Commonwealth. While striving to hold youth accountable for their actions, the Department creates opportunities for sentenced, committed, probated, or detained youth to develop social and career skills that will equip them for re-entry into their communities as productive and responsible citizens. The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice seeks to serve youth in the least restrictive, appropriate placement possible. We aspire to be a premier team of professionals committed to providing life-changing services resulting in the positive transformation of children, families, and communities. For more information about the Department of Juvenile Justice please visit: https://djj.ky.gov This is a highly responsible position in the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. The employee is expected to perform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, demonstrate leadership qualities, and treat all staff, youth, and persons with respect. This is a demanding position that requires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities. Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information. Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following Plans, organizes and manages the Food Service Operation of a small facility within the Department of Juvenile Justice. Provides on the job training programs in the areas of sanitation, food preparation, storage, personal hygiene, meal service, use of recipes and the cycle menu. Maintains accurate records pertaining to the food service operations to include numbers of meals served, food costs, inventory, cycle menu, menu substitutions, etc. Attends department meetings, institutional meetings and trainings as required. Makes routine checks of all kitchen equipment. Applies and enforces departmental rules, regulations and policies. Additional Information This position is deemed essential and has been designated for mandatory operations by the Appointing Authority; therefore, the incumbent is not eligible for Adverse Weather Leave. Required to successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy; which entails two weeks on the job training, three weeks (Monday – Friday) at the academy training location (Louisville, Kentucky). Overnight lodging and travel is required for the ACT and provided by the department. Minimum Requirements EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree with courses in food preparation, food management or a related area. EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have two years of experience in the operation and management of institutional, military or commercial food service operations. Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in one of the above areas will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): If employed in the Kentucky Department of Parks or the Kentucky Horse Park, must be twenty years and one day of age at time of appointment. If employed in the Kentucky Department of Parks or the Kentucky Horse Park, must obtain S.T.A.R. (Server Training in Alcohol Regulations) certification from the Kentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control within six months of appointment. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. Working Conditions Typical working conditions for a specific position may be listed on the individual position description. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111. If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Angela Bowman at AngelaD.Bowman@ky.gov or 502-782-7202. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D