Job description

Work Location: Park Forest, IL, US, 60466-1200

Agency: Department of Human Services

Opening Date: 4/07/2023

Closing Date: 4/20/2023

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $4,982 - $7,369 per month.

Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Work Location: 114 N Orchard Dr Park Forest, IL 60466-1200

Job Type: Salaried Full Time

County: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 1

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 10-72-25870

Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Dietary Manager II for the Ludeman Developmental Center located in Park Forest, Illinois to serve as Food Services Manager to plan, organize, direct and evaluate the food services program. The incumbent will manage and direct central dietary operations and orders food and supplies. Supervises planning and preparation of diets and trains professional and para-professional staff regarding food preparation and food nutrition. Monitors clinical dietitians regarding menu preparation and nutritional reviews to ensure compliance with IDPA, IDPH, CMS, DHS and Center policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities

1. Serves as Food Services Manager for the Ludeman Developmental Center.

2. Determines food service needs and orders food on a monthly basis to ensure adequate supplies of food and varieties of food are available with consideration to cultural and social needs of the individuals served.

3. Serves as a working supervisor.

4. Coordinates and directs proper maintenance and cleanliness of food service, preparation, and storage areas.

5. Teaches proper preparation and service of diets.

6. Supervises and monitors menu preparation with clinical dietitians to ensure individual nutritional status is reviewed quarterly and documents and records are completed accurately and on time.

7. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties above.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college with courses in dietetics.

2. Requires two years of professional experience in a large-scale food service program.

3. Requires possession of a Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate (FSSMC) issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

OR

Requires possession of a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification from a program accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Conference for Food Protection (CFP).

Preferred Qualifications

1. Three (3) years of professional experience in dietetics and food services management including nutritional values, costs and accounting for a public or private organization.

2. Two (2) years of professional experience using modern methods, materials and appliances used in large scale food preparation and service for a public or private organization.

3. Two (2) years of professional experience working with health and sanitary requirements applicable to a large-scale food service.

4. Two (2) years of professional experience planning and directing the preparation of modified diets and menus for a public or private organization.

5. One (1) year of professional experience developing and directing education and training programs to teach food and nutrition principles.

6. One (1) year of professional experience directing subordinates in the planning, preparing and serving general and special diets and other food services.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.

2. Requires the ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees of the department.

3. Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.

4. Requires the ability to pass the IDHS background check.

5. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• *Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,982.00 - $7,369.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you possess a Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate (FSSMC) issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health - OR - a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification from a program accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Conference for Food Protection (CFP)?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• large scale food service program: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate (FSSMC) (Required)
• Food Protection Manager (CFPM) Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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