Food Service Director

Posting 21632
-Posted
09/17/2026

- Health & Human Services Comm

- Food Service

- Management

- Denton State Supported Living Center

- Not Eligible for Telework
- Other Locations (1) - Additional Shifts available (1) -c. $5000 - $6999 per month

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

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Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.

The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers

If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

The Director of Food Services performs moderately complex (journey-level) administrative and supervisory program work directing the operations of the SSLC's food services, nutrition services, canteen and vending operations departments. Responsible for the development of program goals, work procedures, program guidelines and performance standards, to ensure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations related to the environment and food prepared/served to persons residing in an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities.

(ICF-IID). Plans, implements, and manages program goals and objectives, develops program guidelines, policies and procedures, and evaluates standards for achieving program goals. Monitors and manages program activities, develops and assesses performance improvement activities, develops and is held responsible for program budget. Maintains financial responsibility for items purchased with state issued procurement cards and is accountable for tools and equipment assigned to food service.

Procures goods and services and develops specifications for food products and equipment following established rules/procedures for competitive bidding. Coordinates, develops and oversees staff scheduling. Evaluates employees and department activities. Prepares reports as required. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. This position may be required to drive a state-owned vehicle.

Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Manages day-to-day operations for Food Services, Nutrition, and Vending Services. Ensures that food safety is achieved through adherence to federal and state guidelines and develops and manages training programs as needed. Manages the development and implementation of program guidelines, policies and procedures and ensure adherence to regulations of accreditation authorities. Monitors and evaluates all programs and implements performance improvement as necessary.

Financially responsible for budget…