Food Service Manager, Food Service Manager 1 (Portland)
State of Oregon, Salem, OR, United States
Overview
The Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking a strong and experienced leader to serve as the Food Service Manager at Columbia River Correctional Institution (CRCI), Portland, Oregon.
Responsibilities
Direct and manage the food services program to ensure high-quality, efficient service while operating within established budgetary constraints.
Provide direct supervision over all assigned food service staff, including assigning work, monitoring performance, and supporting training and development.
Oversee day-to-day food service operations, ensure compliance with applicable food safety, sanitation, and agency requirements, and coordinate staffing and workflow to meet operational needs.
Authorize and monitor all program-related purchases, manage inventory and expenditures, and ensure resources are used effectively to support consistent and reliable food service delivery while aligning with operational and fiscal goals.
Note: This position is management services and may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR
Two (2) years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Required Skills
Experience managing food service operations in a large-scale or institutional setting.
Experience with budgeting, purchasing, and inventory control.
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills
ServeSafe Certification
Application Information
In the Work Experience section of your application, include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posting close date.
The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After submission, respond to two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.
As part of the selection process, additional assessment stages such as written exercises may be required. Participation is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise within the specified timeframe will disqualify you from consideration.
Save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available after the announcement deadline.
Working Conditions
The position is inside a secure adult correctional facility and may involve exposure to angry, hostile, or abusive individuals. Inherent custodial duties include handling incidents, preventing escapes, and documenting unusual occurrences. The job may require being on call during emergencies or work stoppages and assignments in various roles within the institution. Expect a high-noise environment, extreme temperatures, and wet or slippery floors.
About The Department
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody across 12 state prisons and supervises more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. Its mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives. The department aims to be inclusive, anti-racist, and supportive of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Benefits
The salary range listed is for non-PERS qualifying applicants; PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.
The State of Oregon offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Family health, vision, and dental insurance
Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
21 days paid military leave for National Guard and reserve components
Optional short- and long-term disability
Term life insurance
Fully paid retirement program
Oregon Savings Growth Plan
Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
And more
About The Process – What To Expect
After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for interview scheduling.
Interviews may be conducted by a panel of stakeholders; multiple rounds are possible. Scores are determined by predetermined questions and scoring guides with preference points applied as required by law and bargaining agreements.
Final candidates will undergo a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.
A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday application to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate.
Requirements For Employment
The successful candidate must pass a CJIS fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Some felony convictions may disqualify for system access. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether your criminal record could disqualify you, please contact the recruiter.
Equity and Inclusion
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) are embedded in the department’s core values. The department aims to be a model employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and to complying with EEOC guidance.
Veterans and National Guard
Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers who meet the qualifications will be given candidate preference. If you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload documentation after submitting your application, with a 24-hour window after the posted deadline to submit.
Questions
For questions about the position, selection process, or accommodations, contact the recruiter referencing the requisition number.
Recruiter:
Cynthia Rodriguez, Cynthia.Rodriguez@doc.oregon.gov
Reference Number:
Req-198988
Workday may timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity; you may lose progress.
Workday maintenance may occur on Friday evenings; the system may be down for several hours.
ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants must complete an I-9 and verify authorization to work in the United States.
This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies and information may be used throughout the selection process; the process is subject to change without notice.
The announcement is a general recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute a contract. Pay and benefits may change without notice.
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The Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking a strong and experienced leader to serve as the Food Service Manager at Columbia River Correctional Institution (CRCI), Portland, Oregon.
Responsibilities
Direct and manage the food services program to ensure high-quality, efficient service while operating within established budgetary constraints.
Provide direct supervision over all assigned food service staff, including assigning work, monitoring performance, and supporting training and development.
Oversee day-to-day food service operations, ensure compliance with applicable food safety, sanitation, and agency requirements, and coordinate staffing and workflow to meet operational needs.
Authorize and monitor all program-related purchases, manage inventory and expenditures, and ensure resources are used effectively to support consistent and reliable food service delivery while aligning with operational and fiscal goals.
Note: This position is management services and may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR
Two (2) years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Required Skills
Experience managing food service operations in a large-scale or institutional setting.
Experience with budgeting, purchasing, and inventory control.
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills
ServeSafe Certification
Application Information
In the Work Experience section of your application, include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posting close date.
The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After submission, respond to two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.
As part of the selection process, additional assessment stages such as written exercises may be required. Participation is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise within the specified timeframe will disqualify you from consideration.
Save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available after the announcement deadline.
Working Conditions
The position is inside a secure adult correctional facility and may involve exposure to angry, hostile, or abusive individuals. Inherent custodial duties include handling incidents, preventing escapes, and documenting unusual occurrences. The job may require being on call during emergencies or work stoppages and assignments in various roles within the institution. Expect a high-noise environment, extreme temperatures, and wet or slippery floors.
About The Department
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody across 12 state prisons and supervises more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. Its mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives. The department aims to be inclusive, anti-racist, and supportive of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Benefits
The salary range listed is for non-PERS qualifying applicants; PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.
The State of Oregon offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Family health, vision, and dental insurance
Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
21 days paid military leave for National Guard and reserve components
Optional short- and long-term disability
Term life insurance
Fully paid retirement program
Oregon Savings Growth Plan
Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
And more
About The Process – What To Expect
After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for interview scheduling.
Interviews may be conducted by a panel of stakeholders; multiple rounds are possible. Scores are determined by predetermined questions and scoring guides with preference points applied as required by law and bargaining agreements.
Final candidates will undergo a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.
A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday application to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate.
Requirements For Employment
The successful candidate must pass a CJIS fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Some felony convictions may disqualify for system access. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether your criminal record could disqualify you, please contact the recruiter.
Equity and Inclusion
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) are embedded in the department’s core values. The department aims to be a model employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and to complying with EEOC guidance.
Veterans and National Guard
Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers who meet the qualifications will be given candidate preference. If you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload documentation after submitting your application, with a 24-hour window after the posted deadline to submit.
Questions
For questions about the position, selection process, or accommodations, contact the recruiter referencing the requisition number.
Recruiter:
Cynthia Rodriguez, Cynthia.Rodriguez@doc.oregon.gov
Reference Number:
Req-198988
Workday may timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity; you may lose progress.
Workday maintenance may occur on Friday evenings; the system may be down for several hours.
ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants must complete an I-9 and verify authorization to work in the United States.
This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies and information may be used throughout the selection process; the process is subject to change without notice.
The announcement is a general recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute a contract. Pay and benefits may change without notice.
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