Food Service Director

Arena Food Service, Inc., a privately owned and fast growing food service management company, is currently seeking a Food Service Manager at a residential youth treatment center located in Manteno, IL. The successful candidate will provide management for the Dining Department, ensuring quality food and operational stability. The Food Service Manager will direct and assist the preparation and serving of regular meals, order food and supplies and maintain area and equipment in sanitary condition, hiring personnel and assure the smooth operation with other facility departments.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing experience with National School Lunch Program standards. The successful candidate must have progressive experience in both food production as well as staff supervision, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and mutual respect.

This position also:

• Must be able to read, write and understand English.
• Must be in good mental and physical condition.
• Must possess leadership qualities and be able to supervise and secure the cooperation of the dining personnel.
• Must have knowledge of dietetic principles, food sanitation, and food service operation.
• Must be able to work productively with other department heads and personnel, and the dietary consultants.
• Must enjoy working with at risk groups in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
• Usually works forty (40) hours per week. Hours will be dictated by the needs of the facility, will vary and may include weekends and holidays.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Products, various nutritional and menu software programs and be proficient in basic computer operation.
• A successful candidate will have the physical stamina to stand and walk intermittently through out the working day, as well as reach, stoop, bend, lift, carry, and manipulate various food products, dietary supplies and equipment.
• Our Food Service Manager must have the ability to work with chemicals/cleaning agents and must be able to lift and/or carry 50 to 75 pounds.

All members of our management team must have a valid drivers license and be able to pass a comprehensive background check. This position requires all employees to be able to pass a background check through the Illinois Health Care Workers Registry.

Salary and compensation will be dependent on experience but include competitive wage, health insurance, vacation time and retirement contribution.

Arena Food Service, Inc., with corporate headquarters in Springfield, Illinois provides personalized food service solutions for healthcare facilities, training academies, educational facilities, university and college dining programs, business retail operations and a wide range of catering clients. Arena focuses on successful long-term client relationships with an emphasis on fully integrating within the host facility.

We provide a well-supported working environment with active involvement from our corporate office and executive level staff. Wage and compensation will be dependent on experience.

Please submit your resume as well as a brief letter of interest.

Arena Food Service, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arena Food Service, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Will you be able to pass the Illinois Health Care Workers Background Check?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Supervising experience: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Dietary Manager Certificate (Preferred)
• Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person