Working Title : Food Operations Supervisor

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Supervisor

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID: 81912

• Location: Hastings

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted: 11/21/2024

• Closing Date: 12/05/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Veterans Home - Hastings Domiciliary - MMA

• Division/Unit: Minnesota Veterans Home - Hastings Domiciliary - Dietary

• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 7:00am - 3:30pm

• Days of Work: Monday - Friday with expectation of working one weekend each month

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $26.84 - $38.96 / hourly; $56,041 - $81,348 / annually

• Classified Status: Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Managment Association - MMA

• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!

The incumbent of this position is responsible for all phases of foodservice programming, including supervising and directing operations and personnel of the kitchen, dining room, serving line, tray line and dish room, as well as procurement and budgeting. Participate in menu planning, as well as direct food production according to menus and recipes while meeting food safety codes to ensure that quality service and nutritious meals are provided for residents, staff, guests, and volunteer organizations. This position has regular scheduled cook shifts as well as assumes the cook position during absences.

The incumbent is responsible for the development and direction of appropriate vocational rehabilitation training programs for Veterans.

The incumbent is expected to be a positive role model, support leadership directives and decisions, and recognize that they are an ambassador and representative of the State and the MDVA.

The Minnesota Veterans Home in Hastings is a Domiciliary (DOM) which is an independent living community for Veterans. It provides a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. Our rewarding program helps Veterans with their clinical, mental, chemical, and physical needs, and has the capacity to serve 195 Veterans between the Hastings and Minneapolis campuses. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth.

The Hastings DOM is located in the southeast metro with connecting highways for an easy commute. The beautiful 128 acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Vermillion River.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year experience as a kitchen supervisor or three years experience as a cook in a medium to large food operation

• Inventory and ordering experience to sufficiently maintain adequate food and kitchen supplies

• Knowledge of and experience with Health Department regulations pertaining to food preparation, storage and sanitation sufficient to ensure food safety

• Effective communication skills and competent in training and education of staff

• Proficient in the use of computers and computer software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Food Manager Certification

• Experience with kitchen menu software system such as SureQuest, PCC Nutrition Management, or similar software

• ServSafe Certified

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check will be conducted on all finalists for this position . Finalists must pass the DHS background check.

• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.

• Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.