Food Services Manager I_Residential Services

Murfreesboro, TN 1137 W Main Street 37129, Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Posted Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Our organization is dedicated to providing support and resources to families and individuals as they transition to full‑time housing. A vital part of our program involves providing nutritious meals that not only nourish our clients but also bring them comfort and joy during their journey towards self‑sufficiency.

As our Food Service Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead a passionate team committed to creating budget‑friendly meals that are both delicious and visually appealing. We are looking for a candidate who possesses:

• A genuine passion for feeding families and clients with care and respect.
• Strong organizational and budgeting skills to manage resources effectively.
• Creativity and resourcefulness to craft diverse and budget‑friendly meal plans.
• A dependable and empathetic approach when working with clients in transition.
• The ability to foster a positive and inclusive environment for our team and clients.

If you believe that your skills and experience align with our mission and requirements, we would be delighted to learn more about you. Please feel free to reply to this email with your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position.

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non‑profit, faith‑based organization, has an opening for Food Service Manager for the Murfreesboro Corp, located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

The Food Services Manager is responsible for delivering the food service for four campus locations. Directs, supervises and evaluates the full operations of a food service program of a commercial kitchen; plans and develops menus; purchases food and maintains an adequate level of inventory for program needs; prepares and administers a food budget; ensures food service program operates in compliance with health standards and regulations;

supervises, schedules, evaluates, and participates in the work of kitchen personnel including the cooking and serving of meals.

Must be familiar with manuals, guidelines, or established procedures that contain “complex matters that can be understood or interpreted only by those with advanced or specialized knowledge or skills,” i.e., food safety and preparation; ensures food service program operates in compliance with health standards and (local, state, federal) regulations. Knowledge of the principles and safety practices of food preparation and management.

Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures. Knowledge of meal planning techniques. Knowledge of acceptable food storage and cleaning techniques. Knowledge of the principles and practices of budget preparation and administration. Knowledge of health regulations governing the operation of public kitchens. Ability to lead, motivate, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate employees. Ability to plan and cook nutritional, tasteful, and safe food for large groups in a timely manner.

Ability to ensure kitchen appliances are properly operated and maintained. Ability to order food and kitchen supplies in an economical manner and to maintain an adequate level of inventory.

High School Diploma or G.E.D. degree or some formal education and certification in the culinary arts and basic food safety practices for preparing and serving food. Degree in culinary arts preferred and two to three years progressively responsible experience in food service management with at least six months experience in a supervisory capacity, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate in English. Ability to cook, taste, and smell food. Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Ability to perform mathematical computations; must be able to work flexible hours and weekends. Limited amount of physical effort…