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Food Service Manager I
Job Location:
Job Location:
Baltimore, MD - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 55710 - 87867
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
1 October 2026 (19 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
29 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Introduction
GRADE
13
LOCATION OF POSITION
Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center (BCJJC)
Baltimore MD
Main Purpose of Job
Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!
In this role you will have the opportunity to contribute in various ways including:
The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives creating safer communities and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role ofFood Service Manager I so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!
As the Food Service Manager I you will assist with directing the food service operation and supporting the delivery of safe nutritious and appetizing meals that promote the health and well-being of youth. You will contribute to daily food production and service food and supply procurement personnel matters and compliance with applicable local State and Federal regulations.
- Supporting Food Service Operations Assisting with organizing and directing daily food production and food service activities and supervising kitchen food service supervisors
- Supporting Procurement Assisting with the procurement of food and food-related supplies using the Financial Management Information System (FMIS)
- Promoting Food Safety and Compliance Monitoring kitchen operations for compliance with HACCP and CNP-based Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Monitoring Satellite Operations Performing weekly site visits and inspecting satellite food service operations for compliance with HACCP-based SOPs
- Supporting Employee Performance Assisting with employee performance evaluations and personnel issues Supporting Youth Well-Being Contributing to safe nutritious and appetizing meals that promote the health and well-being of youth
*Selected candidate should note that the work location may change including assignment to another DJS location based on operational needs staffing requirements or organizational priorities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Five (5) years of experience supervising workers and activities in an institutional commercial or industrial food service operation.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute the possession of Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience supervising workers and activities in an institutional commercial or industrial food service operation for the required experience.
may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Food Services Officers or Culinary Specialist classifications or Food Services Manager and Services Officer specialty codes in the Food Service Management field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference may be given to applicants who possess any of the following preferred qualification(s). Applicants should provide clear and specific information on their application regarding their qualifications.
- Experience working with a financial management information system such as FMIS or a comparable system and/or relevant financial management processes
- Experience working with Federal Child Nutrition Programs (CNP) including applicable program requirements documentation and compliance processes
- Experience implementing and maintaining Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) procedures in an institutional commercial or other food-service operation
- Experience managing food service operations in a correctional juvenile justice residential healthcare educational or other institutional setting
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and therefore will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your completed application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Candidates will remain on the certified eligible list for one (1) year. The resulting certified eligible list from this recruitment may be used to fill similar positions of the same classification in this or other State agencies.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment will involve a rating of your application based on your education training and/or experience as it relates to the positions requirements. Therefore it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S. you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service at the time of hire.
Please complete the supplemental questionnaire if applicable. They will be used when rating applications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.
If you are a Veteran applying for this position please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However if you are unable to apply online you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses provided below. If using fax or regular mail ensure each page includes your First and Last Name the Recruitment Number (located at the top of the posting) and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. Applications received after this time or those with incorrect forms will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit
217 E. Redwood Street
Baltimore MD 21202
Attn: Recruitment# 26-
Fax number
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or .
Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services Recruitment and Examination Unit at . Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.
As an equal-opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.
DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.
Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.
Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.
We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.
Required Experience:
Manager
