Position Summary
The Food Service Manager (FSM) is responsible for assisting the Food Service Administrator (FSA) in the planning, direction and operation of a complex food service program at New Lisbon Correctional Institution, a medium security institution for adult males.
This position provides direct supervision, training and evaluation of Corrections Food Service Leaders in the preparation and distribution of food, equipment care, sanitation, and receiving and warehousing.
It also conducts training for food service staff and Persons in Our Care (PIOC). The FSM assumes overall responsibility for the Food Service Department in the absence of the FSA.
Salary Information
This position is in pay schedule and range 81-04 with a starting pay of $27.00/hour - $37.30/hour. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.

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Job Details
This position is not eligible for remote work. Anticipated schedule will be Monday – Friday 7:45 AM – 4:30 PM. This position is FLSA Exempt.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.
QualificationsSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have the ability to work up to 14 hours per day and more than 40 hours per week on any shift based on daily operational needs, this may include weekends and holidays.
• Must be complete ServSafe certification within 12 months of hire.

Minimally Qualified Applicants Will Have

• Experience with large-scale food production.
• Experience with sanitation in a major food production setting.
• Experience performing food service management tasks (managing inventory, using food storage techniques and etc.)

In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have:

• Experience supervising staff (e.g. hiring, training, assigning and directing work, performance evaluations, discipline, dismissal, settling grievances, etc.)
• Experience with nutrition and/or quality assessment (including modified and/or medically restricted diets).
• Experience with financial tasks (cost control, generating purchasing specifications/justifications, etc.)

How To Apply
To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.
The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualifications. Wisc.Jobs also has extra guidance for your application materials.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR Specialist below. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at Athena.Foster@wisconsin.gov.
Deadline to Apply
Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Thursday July 11th, 2024.
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