Senior Food Service Operations Manager (#011333) Food Service Administration, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Senior Food Service Operations Manager (#011333) Food Service Administration, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Salary

$66,400.00 - $92,900.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

011333

Agency

Department of Corrections

Division

Food Services

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Closing Date

8/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AH45

Position Number:

011333

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Pay Grade

GEN11

Hiring Range - Min.

$66,400.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$92,900.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Department of Corrections NOTE: This position is recruited through SCDC Careers site only; You must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/scdc to be considered as an applicant for this position. Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to: Recruiting and Employment Services (803) 896-1649 Employment@doc.sc.gov

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Work Time: Monday-Friday (7:00AM - 3:00PM) Hours/Week: 37.50 hrs. Shift/Work Schedule: 02

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

• Supervise the monthly inspection of each cafeteria in the agency for compliance to dept AG and SCDC policy.

• Make on-site visits to institutions for purposes of operational assessments and discussions with operations managers.

• Food service personnel, wardens, associate wardens, and/or business managers.

• Responsible for direct oversight of the 2 operation managers and indirect oversight of those facilities falling under their purview.

• Assisting in providing direction, managerial oversight and decision making in accordance with dept direction.

• Responsible for responses to inmates, staff, and/or public inquiries pertaining to food service.

• Responsible for responses to institutional food service personnel actions to include screening, interviewing, and evaluation.

• Assist with the supervision of the Food Service WHSE, nutritional, business, and HR operations for the food service division.

• Make recommendations pertaining to policy and personnel decisions.

• Assist with administration of the USDA national school breakfast and lunch program.

• Responsible for twenty-four hours annual training for each institutional food service subjects.

• Participate in state level food service meetings and discussions.

• Responsible for projects assigned by division director.

• Actively Involved in design/layout entailed in renovation or new construction of food service facilities to ensure compliance with state and federal statutes.

• Meet with salespersons and business representatives for the purpose of discussing products, specifications and cost. Involved in quarterly food buys; analyze and calculate needs and costs based upon market trends.

• Other duties as required.

• Statewide traveling required. Headquarters in Columbia.

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Information regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services

(803) 896-1649

Employment@doc.sc.gov

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:

A bachelors degree and relevant program experience.

SCDC Minimum Requirements:

• A bachelors degree and (2) years experience in quantity and quality cooking.

OR

• An associate degree and (4) years experience in quantity and quality cooking.

OR

• A high school diploma and (6) years experience in quantity and quality cooking.

• Must have (4) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.

• Must be certified in a Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Point (HACCP) or ServSafe manager attain within six (6) months of employment.

• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy or must successfully complete SCDC basic training within twelve (12) months of hire.

• Must successfully complete the basic supervisory course within eighteen (18) months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Are you currently an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)

03

For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.

04

How would you describe your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• None of the Above

05

How much experience do you have in quantity and quality cooking?

• Less than a year
• 1 Year, less than 2
• 2 Years, less than 3
• 3 Years, less than 4
• 4 Years, less than 5
• 5 Years, less than 6
• 6 Years, less than 7
• 7 Years, less than 8
• 8 Years, less than 9
• 9 Years, less than 10
• 10 or more years
• None of the above

06

How much supervisory experience do you have in quantity and quality?

• Less than a year
• 1 Year, less than 2
• 2 Years, less than 3
• 3 Years, less than 4
• 4 Years, less than 5
• 5 Years, less than 6
• 6 Years, less than 7
• 7 Years, less than 8
• 8 Years, less than 9
• 9 Years, less than 10
• 10 or more years
• None of the above

07

Are you certified in ServSafe Manager and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Corrections Address 4444 Broad River Road

Columbia, South Carolina, 29210

Phone 803-896-1649

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.