Food & Nutrition Supervisor - Culinary Supervisor​/Day Shift

Working Title:
Food & Nutrition Supervisor

Job Class:
Culinary Supervisor

• Job
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/18/2026
• Closing Date: 10/15/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Montevideo
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Varies
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $26.07 - $37.28 / hourly; $54,434 - $77,840 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
  - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

Working Title:
Food & Nutrition Supervisor

Job Class:
Culinary Supervisor

Agency:
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job
• Location:
  
  Montevideo
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/18/2026
• Closing Date: 10/15/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Montevideo
• Division/Unit:
  Montevideo Veterans Home / Food & Nutrition Services Supervisor
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Varies
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $26.07 - $37.28 / hourly; $54,434 - $77,840 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
  - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Montevideo! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $5,000! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more!

The Minnesota Veterans Home-Montevideo is seeking a Food and Nutrition Services Supervisor to develop, implement, supervise, and evaluate the production, operation and meal services provided by the Food and Nutrition Services team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supervise employees to ensure assigned job duties are effectively performed.
• Oversee and monitor food production and meal delivery systems to ensure quality service and nutritious meals are provided to residents and comply with policies, procedures and regulations.
• Operate the Food and Nutrition Services department within the framework of appropriate funds, providing quality foods, efficient service, and well-operating equipment.
• Monitor standards of sanitation as regulated by the Minnesota Department of Health and federal survey authorities.
• Identify, support and/or develop a nutritional plan of care for each resident so their nutritional needs, preferences, and diet are positive components of their treatment program.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Two years of supervisory experience
* in large-scale food preparation in a nursing facility setting. (

NOTE:

An Associate’s or higher degree in food service management, hospitality, culinary arts, or related program from an accredited institution may substitute for one year of the experience requirement.)

AND

At least one of the following certifications or courses of study:

• Certified Dietary Manager; or
• Certified Food Service Manager or similar certification in food service management and safety from a national certifying body; or
• An Associate’s or higher degree in food service management, hospitality, culinary arts, or related program from an accredited institution, including completion of courses in food service or restaurant management; or
• Completion of coursework in food safety and management, including foodborne illnesses, sanitation procedures, and food purchasing and receiving.

Applicants who meet the above requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:

• Knowledge of Minnesota Department of Health regulations on food preparation, storage, sanitation and safety.
• Knowledge of food values and costs and the ability to estimate food requirements and maintain a budget.
• Knowledge of…